Overview

The American Sign Language program at Framingham State University provides students with a foundation in American Sign Language (ASL) and associated courses that cover the history, culture, and literature of the Deaf Community in the U.S. within a social justice framework.

Students choose to concentrate in American Sign Language/English Interpreting or in Deaf Studies. Students with prior knowledge of, or instruction in, ASL must be assessed to determine their level of entry into the ASL course sequence.

Key Features

There is a constant demand for professionals who have fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) to work either as interpreters or service providers. With Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind people seeking services in many realms such as education, health care, finances, counseling, and law, ASL skills are an asset across countless occupations.

Ranked among the top 10 American Sign Language programs in the country for affordability, class size and student success, our program is known for being Deaf-centric and for its emphasis on student language development. You will master foundational skills and also complete associated courses that cover the history, culture, and literature of the Deaf Community in the U.S. within a social justice framework.

Career Opportunities

American Sign Language majors will be prepared to pursue career opportunities across a wide range of exciting fields, including:

Sign Language Interpreter

Interprets lectures, discussions, conversations, meetings, and events across different fields.

Classroom Aid

Assist teachers in a Deaf/Hard of Hearing classroom or in resource settings using ASL.

Speech Pathologist

Work with children and adults to help them overcome communication and swallowing problems.

Audiologist

Work directly with patients to diagnose, assess, and treat hearing problems and balance disorders.

Social Worker

Specialized social workers deliver support to individuals who are Deaf, Deafblind or Hard of Hearing

Social and Community Service Managers

Coordinate and supervise programs and organizations that support public well-being.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Sign Language

American Sign Language Linguistics

American Sign Language/English Interpreting

Deaf Studies

Social Justice and the Deaf Community

American Sign Language Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Framingham, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application for Undergraduate Admission.

Application Fee – $50.

Official High School and/or College/University Transcripts or National Exam Scores.

Official Course-by-Course Evaluation of High School and College/University Transcript(s).

If education was in a language other than English, tests of English proficiency may be required.

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

7050 USD / year

≈ 7050 USD / year
Out-of-State

7050 USD / year

≈ 7050 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

970 USD / year

≈ 970 USD / year

Living costs

Framingham

United States

1322 - 2737 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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Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Framingham

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