Program Overview
The Deaf Education at Gallaudet University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Deaf Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Washington, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Deaf Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- K-12 Curriculum and Instructional Technology
- Deaf Learners and Education in Bilingual Communities
- The Structures and Application of American Sign Language and English in the Classroom
- Introduction to Special Education and the IEP Process
- Field Experience and Seminar: Deaf Education
- Teaching Students with Disabilities
- Literacy Applications in ASL/English Bilingual Classrooms K-12
- Language Acquisition and Cognitive Development
- K-12 Classroom-Based Assessment
- Home, School, and Community Collaboration for Diverse Learners
- Practicum II and Seminar: Deaf Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- Send graduate application and application fee \n
- Have three letters of recommendation sent. \n
- Send your Goal Statement \n
- Send official transcripts of all undergraduate\nand graduate work completed and degrees awarded to the Graduate Admissions\nOffice \n
- If required, send test results (GRE or MAT) to\nthe Graduate Admissions Office \n
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Gallaudet University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Gallaudet University
Gallaudet University
Washington, United States
American university providing education for deaf and hard of hearing students
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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