Overview

You’ll come out of the Communication Studies program at Gallaudet University with the ability to think critically, express ideas impactfully, and understand the diverse forms of communication that reach a broad audience.

Opportunities

Students will graduate with an understanding of how communication theory is used in professional environments. They will learn how communication informs, solves problems, persuades, and delivers messages that resonate.

Classes range from non-verbal communication, public speaking, and visual communication. Students will have the ability to put their knowledge and experience into practice as they take up positions of influence in their communities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication Research

Intergroup Dialogue

Parliamentary Procedure

Interpersonal Communication

Interpersonal and Group Conflict Management

Mediation, Deliberation, and Dialogue

Public Relations

Communication Accessibility

Persuasion

Advanced Public Presentations

Nonverbal Communication

Gender and Communication

Political Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: rolling admissions

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 1451 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in United States

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Complete an online application, including the $50 application fee
One written essay and one video essay in American Sign Language
A letter of recommendation from an academic teacher who teaches a core subject such as English, mathematics, or social studies
Unofficial high school and college transcripts (if applicable)
ACT, SAT, or TOEFL scores (or alternative testing)
Audiogram
Certification of Finances form
Sponsor’s Affidavit of Support form
F-1 Transfer Request form (if transferring from a college in the U.S.)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

28272 USD / year

≈ 28272 USD / year
Out-of-State

18840 USD / year

≈ 18840 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

18840 USD / year

≈ 18840 USD / year

Additional Details

International (Developing Country): $14,136 per semester
International (Non-Developing Country): $18,840 per semester

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

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

Funding

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