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Gallaudet University
About 58 in 100 applicants get into Gallaudet University — solidly within reach for students near the ranges below.
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Gallaudet University sits in Washington proper — a private campus woven into the city rather than walled off from it.
Faculty pay averages $131,268 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 812 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 71.1% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 750 and 933 — below the DC middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Gallaudet University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Gallaudet University requires SAT or ACT scores from all applicants — the middle 50% ranges below describe Gallaudet University's full admitted class, not a self-selected subset.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 370 | 405 | 463 |
| SAT Math | 380 | 415 | 470 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 15 | 18 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Gallaudet University received 425 applications and admitted 259 (60.9%), with 149 enrolling.
How Gallaudet University compares
| Gallaudet University | District of Columbia median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 58.1% | 58.1% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $19,654 | $31,210 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $43,101 | $63,066 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Gallaudet University's median earnings are $43,101 — below the District of Columbia benchmark of $63,066. Weigh that against the $19,654 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
Gallaudet University lists tuition at $19,654 for everyone — private schools don't do residency pricing. Gallaudet University's sticker and net price can differ sharply after aid; treat $19,654 as the ceiling, not the bill.
With 812 undergraduates, Gallaudet University is small enough that class size and faculty access are structural, not marketing claims.
47.3% graduate within six years. Roughly 53% don't — ask a Gallaudet University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Gallaudet University?
Among the admitted class, the middle 50% scored 750–933 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 58.1% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Gallaudet University's acceptance rate?
60.9% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 259 admitted from 425 applicants.
How much does Gallaudet University cost?
At Gallaudet University, published tuition is $19,654 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is Gallaudet University's ceiling, not a quote.
What do Gallaudet University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $43,101 ten years after enrolling.
Similar colleges in District of Columbia
- George Washington University — 47.1% admitted
- Howard University — 41.3% admitted
- Georgetown University — 12.9% admitted
- The Catholic University of America — 82.8% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.