Gallaudet University
Private college · Washington, DC · 812 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
58%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
780–1022
ACT (middle 50%)
14–17
Average net price
$27,398
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$42,398
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
52%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Gallaudet University?
Gallaudet University accepts about 58 of every 100 applicants (58%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 780 and 1022 on the SAT. A score at or above 1022 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 780, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 14–17.
The latest federal data says Gallaudet University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Gallaudet University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Gallaudet University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $42,398 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $27,398 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $22,120 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$22,120
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$22,120
- Room & board$16,660
- Total cost of attendance$42,398
- Average net price after grants$27,398
Popular majors
Ethnic & Gender Studies, Business, Psychology, Foreign Languages, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Gallaudet University FAQ
- What is Gallaudet University's acceptance rate?
- 58% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Gallaudet University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 780–1022. Aim for 1022 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Gallaudet University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 14–17.
- Is Gallaudet University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Gallaudet University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Gallaudet University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Gallaudet University cost?
- About $42,398 a year before aid; $27,398 on average after grants.
- What is Gallaudet University's FAFSA school code?
- 001443. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Gallaudet University receives your information.
- What is Gallaudet University's graduation rate?
- 52% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Gallaudet University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American UniversityWashington, DC | 62% | 1280–1460 | $41,302 | 75% |
| George Washington UniversityWashington, DC | 47% | 1350–1500 | $35,760 | 83% |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh CampusPittsburgh, PA | 58% | 1280–1460 | $29,362 | 86% |
| Rutgers University-New BrunswickNew Brunswick, NJ | 58% | 1310–1500 | $24,897 | 84% |
| CUNY Brooklyn CollegeBrooklyn, NY | 58% | 950–1340 | $950 | 53% |
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