Overview

The California State University Northridge is proud to be one of the few mainstream institutions in the nation that offers a comprehensive undergraduate program in the area of Deaf Studies and has long been acknowledged as a leader in providing quality education in a variety of deaf-related fields.

In addition, CSUN provides Deaf Studies majors with a variety of other unique opportunities, including membership in student organizations, interaction with more than 200 Deaf/Hard of Hearing students who attend the University, the most extensive collection of resource materials related to deafness in the western United States, participation in a variety of campus/community events, including Deafestivals and ASL/Deaf Theatre productions, and on-the-job training while earning University credit.

Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate an ability to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL) with Deaf people.

Identify the major features of and issues in the Deaf community and Deaf culture.

Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of power, privilege and oppression on the Deaf community that result in Deaf people’s experience of prejudice, discrimination and inequity.

Demonstrate an understanding of how the study of Deaf Studies enables individuals to make informed judgments that strengthen the Deaf community.

Demonstrate an appreciation of the contributions of Deaf arts and humanities for shedding light on what it means to be Deaf.

Describe communication between hearing people and Deaf people that is vital to society.

Analyze critically how a Deaf person’s sociocultural history influences one’s sense of self and relationship to others.

Reflect critically on one’s abilities to interact with Deaf individuals socially and professionally, and evaluate the level of integration achieved.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Sign Language

American Deaf Culture

Structure of American Sign Language

Advanced ASL Conversation

Hearing Science

Sign Language Interpretation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , National

More details

Spring semester admission begins Aug. 1 only for athletes, veterans and internationals

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You have earned a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale, or an average of "B" grades on an "A - F" letter grading scale. (CSUN will convert your international GPA when you apply for admission.)

You have met our English language requirement

Complete online application at Cal State Apply

A $70.00 (US currency) non-refundable application fee

Affidavit of Financial Support and bank statement

All OFFICIAL secondary-school records, including certificates, examination grades, degrees or diplomas in original language of issue. Your records must include official verification of high school completion. Applicants who have studied in the U.S. are also required to have the U.S. institution(s) send official transcript(s) directly to CSUN.

Official English translations of all academic records, including certificates, degrees or diplomas

A copy of your passport photo page

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

7850 USD / year

≈ 7850 USD / year
Out-of-State

7850 USD / year

≈ 7850 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7850 USD / year

≈ 7850 USD / year

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

The California State University Northridge is proud to be one of the few mainstream institutions in the nation that offers a comprehensive undergraduate program in the area of Deaf Studies and has long been acknowledged as a leader in providing quality education in a variety of deaf-related fields.

Student Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Los Angeles

Funding

Scholarships Information

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