Master of Science in Deaf Education

The master of science degree in deaf education is designed for students with a passion for teaching Pre-K through 12th grade deaf and hard-of-hearing learners. The curriculum is taught by renowned faculty at RIT, one of the most innovative campuses in the world, and prepares teachers and leaders to be effective and ethical practitioners in deaf education. A carefully designed system of faculty advisement is a prominent feature of the program. On-campus facilities, state-of-the-art technology, and a well-established system of educational access services combine within a rich and inclusive communication environment to make this a vital program for both deaf and hearing students who desire careers as professional educators of deaf students.

To be considered for admission to the Deaf Education MS program, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

Complete an online graduate application.

Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.

Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) is recommended.

Satisfy prerequisite requirements and/or complete bridge courses prior to starting program coursework.

Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.

Submit a three-minute YouTube video in American Sign Language explaining your personal educational philosophy. After recording your video, upload it to YouTube and provide the URL using one of the following methods. Password-protected URLs will not be accepted.

◦ Post the YouTube video URL in the appropriate field within the online application.

Submit two letters of recommendation.

Entrance exam requirements: GRE required for students who have a GPA below 3.0