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Mission Statement

Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, multicultural institution of higher education that ensures the intellectual and professional advancement of deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet prepares its graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world.

Quick Facts

1,513 students

69% admitted

$11,610 tuition/year

  • 1,303 full time
  • 210 part time
  • 528 men full time
  • 775 women full time
  • 413 applied
  • 284 admitted
  • 201 enrolled
  • $11,610 out of state
  • $376 fees
  • $10,060 room & board
  • $1,020 books

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At a Glance

Institution Type: Private not-for-profit
Campus Setting: Large city
Highest Degree Offered: Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
1,513 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads Graduates
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Trisha from Washington, DC
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  • “it is a wonderful university for bilingual students, especially deaf, hard of hearing, and coda students. gallaudet university students shows lot of respect for others, new signers, non-signers, or fluent…”

  • Feb-03-2012 » Read More
  • Ashley from Canada
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  • “A very accessible campus with everything conducted in American Sign Language and any other communicative devices. It has a strong student and dorm life everyday at any hour and at…”

  • Jan-05-2012 » Read More
  • Lesli from Negaunee, MI
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  • “Gallaudet University is a University for deaf or hard of hearing students. Gallaudet University is an amazing college for deaf or hard of hearing people. It is a university that…”

  • Apr-06-2012 » Read More
  • Marilyn from Fredericksburg, VA
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  • “An excellent school for Deaf, Hard of Hearing or students already familiar with ASL. You will be given a well-rounded education and become familiar with more than just your major.…”

  • Apr-22-2012 » Read More
  • LINDSEY from WASHINGTON, DC
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  • “Gallaudet has give me the opportunity to prove myself as an deaf individual, not only to my family, to the society as well. Not only opportunities poured in, the communication…”

  • May-06-2012 » Read More
Gallaudet University
  • Located in Washington, DC
  • Private not-for-profit
  • 1,513 students enrolled
  • 69% admitted
  • $11,610 annual cost to attend
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Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 5
  • Typhani from Pataskala, OH
  • Oct-27-2011 I am researching this school and have visited the campus

    I went on my college visit in September and I felt at home. Everyone made sure I was involved and I met some fantastic people! I definitely recommend going!!

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  • 5
  • Caroline from Lockport, NY
  • Jul-11-2011 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    I know I will have a feeling that I will love this place! Deaf community is just the answers I need to be in!

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  • 3
  • Mariah from Snellville, GA
  • Oct-26-2010 I am a current student here

    Living on campus and being away from home is quite challenging experience, but I learn from the unique experience. Meeting new friends can be such rewarding because they are like family to me. I like being on campus because having a lot of friend support while being away from home.

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