by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at Gallaudet University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 1 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Gallaudet University as a strong choice for american sign language, ranked #38 out of 42 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best American Sign Language Schools | 38 of 42 |
| Best American Sign Language Schools in District of Columbia | 1 of 1 |
| Best American Sign Language Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 4 of 4 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in american sign language at Gallaudet University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 20 |
| Master’s | 35 |
| Doctoral | 4 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Gallaudet University handed out 20 bachelor’s degrees in american sign language.
Gallaudet University is among the very best schools in the country for american sign language at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
American Sign Language students who finish a bachelor’s at Gallaudet University earn a median of $60,308 a year. This is higher than $56,901, the median for all majors at Gallaudet University.
To complete a bachelor’s at Gallaudet University, american sign language students accumulate a median of $30,500 in student loans. This is higher than $24,123, the typical median for all majors at Gallaudet University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,512 | $18,288 |
| Fees | $1,366 | $1,366 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 40% of american sign language bachelor’s degrees went to men and 60% went to women.
The majority of american sign language bachelor’s degree graduates at Gallaudet University are White. About 70% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Gallaudet University with a bachelor’s in american sign language.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Gallaudet University awarded 14 bachelor’s degrees in sign language interpretation and translation in the latest year of data — 64% to women and 36% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (79%).
Gallaudet University conferred 6 bachelor’s completions in american sign language (asl) in the most recent reporting year — 50% to women and 50% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (50%).
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at Gallaudet University. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in American Sign Language | 35 |
| Doctoral Degrees in American Sign Language | 4 |
