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Gallaudet University
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Annual Tuition
$18,382
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
60.9%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
45.1%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$43,101
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Gallaudet University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Washington, DC. With a competitive tuition profile of $18,382, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 45.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
60.9%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$73,528
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
5.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$13,101
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$57,482
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$188,492
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 45%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Gallaudet University is $18,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
44
Burglary
6
Theft
5
Assault
7
Robbery
2
Rape
12
Arson
12
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$18,382
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
77.0%
Success
45.1%
In-State Cost
$18,382
Age 25+ Students
24.2%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
205 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.