Overview

The program elevates awareness of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals and heightens linguistic knowledge and cultural appreciation while engaging and collaborating within their communities.

Key features

Analysis of existing identities, stereotypes, and policies promotes learners to evaluate areas of needs in enforcing change for the betterment of the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community.

Opportunities

Students studying Deaf and Sign Language Studies/ASL can find careers in but not limited to; education, social services, business, tourism, and government.
This program is also ideal for students aiming to become ASL interpreters or educators after graduation (additional training/courses may be necessary).

Why this program?

CWU offers small, student-centered classes in American Sign Language (ASL). Students study not only the ASL but also the rich culture, history, and society.
Resources available to students to support their journey throughout the courses at CWU include but are not limited to ASL Resource Center, ASL Club, and community events. Course modalities are hybrid, online, and distance learning.
ASL minor is also available for students interested in pursuing this field in a smaller scope.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Language (ASL) Literature

Fingerspelling and Etymology

Experiences the Community

Language Structure and Usage

Language and Culture Through Media

Current Issues the Community

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

More details

Applications received after March 1 will be processed on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Quarter Credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ellensburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete and submit your official application for admission
Submit a non-refundable $60 application fee.
Submit an official high school transcript.
3.0 cumulative GPA or higher
International Students must submit one of the following English proficiency requirements: TOEFL, Duolingo English Test, IELTS, Cambridge IGCSE/GCE/GCSE or A level result of First Language, International Baccalaureate (IB), PTE, SAT or ACT

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

26176 USD / year

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Out-of-State

26176 USD / year

≈ 26176 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7469 USD / year

≈ 7469 USD / year

Living costs

Ellensburg

United States

895 - 1492 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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