Gallaudet University
About Gallaudet University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Gallaudet University is a private university in Washington, DC. It has a 59.2% acceptance rate and a 43.7% graduation rate, serving approximately 910 students.
Founded
1864
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Students
1,272
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
58.1%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
47.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$19,654
Per year
Avg Net Price
$15,845
After financial aid
SAT Average
868
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,101
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
58.1 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 58.1% acceptance rate, Gallaudet University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
868/ 1600
ACT Scores
17/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
71.1%
4-Year Grad
21%
6-Year Grad
58%
Teaching Quality
6:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$41.8K
Class Size
Small
The 21% graduation rate is below average, but 71.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$19,654
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,892
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$40,374
After Financial Aid
$15,845
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,129
Receive Grants
57.9%
Take Loans
38.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $40,374/yr, including $15,892 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $15,845.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Gallaudet University fund their education.
While in School
57.9%
Get Grants
Free money
38.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,722
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$191/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 38.2% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Gallaudet University.
Gender
52%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
812
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
460
Graduates
33.9%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
24.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 33.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
812
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Gallaudet University fields 10 varsity teams with 290 student athletes, about 36% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
United East
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
290
36% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
167
Men
123
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Gallaudet Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,101
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
$32K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$20K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
American Sign Language
$37K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$26K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
13 grads
Biology, General
—
13 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.