Overview

Valdosta State University is the only college in Georgia and one of very few in the nation to offer a Bachelor of Science in Education degree in American Sign Language interpreting. Because of a critical shortage of American Sign Language interpreters, students in the Valdosta State program are in high demand, and the university boasts a 95-percent job placement rate for graduates. The American Sign Language - English Interpreting degree program can be completed on campus or through synchronous distance learning, where classes average just 15 students. Students gain hands-on experience by participating in fieldwork and completing internships. On-campus activities for ASL majors include the American Sign Language Club, the Southeast Georgia Interpreting Organization and the American Sign Language Honor Society. The college also offers students the unique opportunity to hone their skills by volunteering to interpret at various events across campus.

The American Sign Language interpreting curriculum can be completed on campus or online utilizing distance education classrooms, video conferencing and webcam. Students learn interpreting and transliteration skills and gain in-depth knowledge of the field and an understanding of the interpreter's role within the school system. To enhance the classroom experience, students participate in field labs, practicum experiences and internships within local public school settings. Upon completion of the ASL degree program, students qualify to take state and national evaluations for interpreter proficiency.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Sign Language

American Sign Language

Orientation to Deaf Education and Language Learning

Serving Individuals with Diverse Needs

ASL/English Interpreting
Fingerspelling, Numbers, and Classifiers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-02 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-11 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Disciplines

Language Studies Special Education View 567 other Bachelors in Special Education in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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Other requirements

General requirements

Test Scores
Transcripts
Certificate of Finance Form
Completed Medical Form
All international students must purchase the VSU medical insurance plan
A copy of the student's passport/visa

Tuition Fee

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International

15424 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7712 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

15424 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7712 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

4370 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2185 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Valdosta

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Overview

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Valdosta

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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