Gallaudet University

Bachelor in Education (Bachelor's)

Washington, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • Tuition 35% below the typical bachelor's
  • No application fee

About Bachelor in Education (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in Education (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are available through the university's financial aid office..

This programme is designed for students aiming to become elementary school teachers in grades K-6. It combines classroom instruction with field experiences to develop skills in literacy, mathematics, and inclusive teaching. Students study child development, curriculum design, and bilingual education principles. The programme prepares graduates for state licensure in the District of Columbia and offers pathways to certification in other U.S. states through reciprocity.

Focus areas include Elementary Education, Bilingual Education, Inclusive Teaching, Child Development, Literacy Instruction, Special Education Integration.

The programme requires 120 credits, including 43 in core curriculum, 9 in pre-major courses, 64-65 in major and related courses, and 3-4 in free electives. Students complete a 9-credit student teaching experience and a 3-credit seminar during their final semester.

Graduates enter roles as elementary school teachers, bilingual classroom teachers, or educational consultants in public and private schools.

Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher, a B or better in education courses, and meet basic skills requirements through ACT, SAT, or Praxis Core. They must also submit a resume, philosophy of education, lesson plan, and video essay, along with transcripts and disposition assessments.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On campus, full-time, four-year duration. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 61% of applicants.

About Gallaudet University

American Sign Language, Deaf studies, and accessibility are central to Gallaudet’s academic identity. Chartered in 1864, the private university is designed for deaf and hard of hearing students and offers programs across five schools. Areas of study include ASL, interpretation, linguistics, education, international development, business, social work, public affairs, psychology, biology, chemistry, information technology, mathematics, public health, data science, and accessible human-centered computing and policy. Research projects address real-world challenges and global issues. The campus, known as Kendall Green, covers 99 acres in Washington, DC. Students can take part in residential and commuter life, student clubs and organizations, NCAA varsity athletics, research, and other curricular and co-curricular activities. Washington provides access to historical landmarks, museums, neighborhoods, international cultural organizations, nonprofits, corporations, internships, and employment opportunities. Campus buildings and interpreting services are designed around accessibility. International students join a community that includes deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing students from 40 countries. International admissions staff provide support, while application requirements include English and ASL essays, academic records, financial documentation, and testing that varies by applicant and program. New and emerging signers can use JumpStart, an immersion program for learning ASL and exploring Deaf culture. Financial aid, scholarships, and student employment are available, and nine in ten students receive financial support.

This program's tuition is 35% below the typical bachelor's in the United States.

Median tuition for that cohort is29,030 USD, across 68,215 programs on Global Admissions.

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