Communication Sciences at Gallaudet University
If you plan to study Communication Sciences, take a look at what Gallaudet University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Gallaudet University is in Washington, DC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 33 communication sciences graduations were recorded at Gallaudet University.
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Studying Online at Gallaudet University
Distance learning is available at Gallaudet University. Of 1,335 students, 245 (18%) studied exclusively online and 553 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Gallaudet University
Use these rankings to compare Gallaudet University’s Communication Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 61 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #97 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #242 of 315 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 61 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #97 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #242 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Gallaudet University
Those who finish Gallaudet University’s Communication Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $58,525 |
| 2 years | $62,744 |
| 3 years | $69,444 |
| 4 years | $75,360 |
| 5 years | $79,796 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication Sciences graduates from Gallaudet University earn a median of $75,360, compared with $56,901 for all Gallaudet University graduates — about 32% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Communication Sciences graduates at Gallaudet University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Communication Sciences graduates at Gallaudet University are 82% women (27) and 18% men (6).
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Gallaudet University
Among the 24 master’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Gallaudet University, 83% were women (20) and 17% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Gallaudet University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Gallaudet University, higher than the national average of 27%.*
Communication Sciences Doctoral Program at Gallaudet University
Of the 9 doctoral communication sciences degrees awarded at Gallaudet University, 78% were women (7) and 22% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Gallaudet University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 44% of Communication Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Gallaudet University, higher than the national average of 22%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at Gallaudet University
The Communication Sciences program at Gallaudet University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Audiology/Audiologist | 18 |
| Speech-Language Pathology | 15 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Communication Sciences program at Gallaudet University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Communication Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.