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Bachelor of Science in Education in Deaf Studies

INTO Group - The University of Arizona

USA,Arizona

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 42,300/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 85

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Arizona

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1885

Total Students: 46,900 +

Int. Students: 4,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Tucson, AZ 85721, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Education in Deaf Studies

Program Overview

Become fluent in American Sign Language and work with deaf or hard-of-hearing children and adults in a variety of settings, including education. Qualified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters and educators who work with deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals are in demand across the country in a variety of job settings. Students seeking their Bachelor of Science in Education in Deaf Studies will choose an area of focus from fields like educational/ASL interpreting, counseling, family studies and psychology. All students in the program will graduate ASL fluent and with firsthand experience in educational settings through immersive internships. Through coursework and other experience, undergraduates also cultivate a thorough understanding of and respect for deaf culture.

Learning Outcomes

Critical Thinking; Students will summarize, synthesize, and critically analyze ideas from multiple sources in order to draw well-supported conclusions and solve problems.
Ethics and Social Responsibility; Students will make reasoned ethical judgments, showing awareness of multiple value systems and taking responsibility for the consequences of their actions. They will apply these judgments, using collaboration and leadership skills, to promote social justice in their local, national, and global communities.
Identity and Culture; Students will demonstrate sensitivity and tolerance of complex social identities, including deaf identities, and the interrelations within and among diverse cultures and groups.
Knowledge and Inquiry; Students will apply knowledge, modes of inquiry, and technological competence from a variety of disciplines in order to understand human experience and the natural world.
Language and Communication; Students will use American Sign Language (ASL) and written English to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, for a variety of purposes, and in a variety of settings.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 85

Tuition Fee

CAD 42,300 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in INTO Group - The University of Arizona

CAD 13,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 70
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Scholarship Information

First-year Global Wildcat Award $4,000-$20,000 per year

3.0+ GPA
Full-time enrollment
All applicants automatically considered
Scholarships are renewable with good academic standing

Transfer Global Wildcat Award $2,500-$10,000 per year

3.0+ GPA
Students participate in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at a U.S. community or junior college are eligible for an additional $3,000.
Undegraduate transfer students who earn 12 or more transferable units taken at a non- US college or university or at a US junior college or community college are eligible for these awards.

Amount/ Range:

First-year Global Wildcat Award - $4,000 - $20,000 per year
Transfer Global Wildcat Award - $2,500 - $10,000 per year

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.