Find everything here that you need to apply for admission to Gallaudet University, the world’s only university designed to be barrier-free for deaf and hard of hearing students.

Important Dates and Deadlines (Annually)

FAFSA
Available online after October 1

Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation
March 1

International Undergraduates
 November 30 (spring admission)
July 1 (priority deadline for fall admission)

Honors Merit Scholarship
May 15

All Other Undergraduate Programs
Rolling admissions until all spaces are filled

Graduate Programs*
December 31 (international students)
February 1 (Clinical Psychology)
February 15 (most other programs)

*Program deadlines may vary. Review the Graduate School Catalog for information.

First-Time Freshman Applicants

Learn about our application requirements for deaf and hard of hearing students and for hearing students.

Online Undergraduate Application

Transfer Undergraduate Applicants

Learn about our application requirements and transfer credits for deaf and hard of hearing students and for hearing students. 

Online Undergraduate Application

International Applicants

Learn about application requirements and financial information for international students.

Online Undergraduate Application
Online Graduate Application
English Language Institute

Other Undergraduate Degree Options

Learn about our online degree completion program, earning a second undergraduate degree or reapplying to Gallaudet.

Online Degree Completion Program Application

Online Undergraduate Application

Graduate Students

Learn about application requirements and financial aid for graduate students. 

Online Graduate Application

Visiting, Exchange, or Non-Degree Students

Learn about our application requirements for visiting, exchange, or non-degree undergraduate students.

Online Undergraduate Application

Professional Studies

Register for non-degree credit American Sign Language classes, and for personal and professional development, leadership and outreach programs offered through our Center for Continuing and Online Education.

Youth Programs

Learn about our programs for children and teenagers and find links to register.