Gallaudet University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Washington, District of Columbia with 812 undergraduates. It admits 58% of applicants, costs an average of $27,398 a year after grants and graduates 52% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Gallaudet University acceptance rate and admissions
Gallaudet University admitted 58% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 380 to 502, math 400 to 520). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Gallaudet University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $22,120 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,660 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $42,398 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $27,398 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $27,398 a year after grants and scholarships, $15,000 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Gallaudet University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Gallaudet University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 52% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $49,334 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,781 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 38% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Gallaudet University majors and what graduates earn
Gallaudet University awarded bachelor's degrees in 29 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from american sign language ($70,859).
All 29 majors at Gallaudet University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Sign Language | 20 | $39,559 | $70,859 | $18,750 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 18 | n/a | n/a | $21,250 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 18 | $43,255 | n/a | $19,000 |
| Social work | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Insurance | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Human development and family studies | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International/Globalization Studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Linguistics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Human services | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Gallaudet University
15 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 15 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Sign Language | Master's | 35 | $57,020 | $29,600 |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 24 | $61,749 | $64,675 |
| Social work | Master's | 21 | $50,013 | $30,750 |
| Business administration | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | Doctoral | 9 | $81,370 | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Doctoral | 6 | $68,931 | n/a |
| Economics | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| American Sign Language | Doctoral | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Neuroscience | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 812 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 52% women, 48% men
- 6 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Gallaudet University?
Gallaudet University admitted 58% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Gallaudet University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $22,120. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $27,398 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Gallaudet University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 380 to 502 in reading and writing and 400 to 520 in math, and 14 to 17 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Gallaudet University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Gallaudet University reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Gallaudet University?
52% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Gallaudet University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $49,334 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.