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Universities with ASL (American Sign Language) majors?

I'm really interested in becoming fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and I'm wondering if there are any universities known for ASL majors?

2 years ago

You're in luck, as there are several universities in the United States known for strong ASL programs and that offer majors or minors in American Sign Language. Some of the top choices include:

1. Gallaudet University: Gallaudet is a leading institution in deaf education and research, located in Washington, D.C. It offers a Bachelor of Arts in ASL.

2. Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT): RIT has a strong ASL program through its National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), and offers a bachelor's degree in ASL-English Interpretation.

3. University of New Hampshire: UNH offers a bachelor's in the ASL/English Interpreting program and emphasizes community-based interpreting practice.

4. California State University, Northridge: CSUN offers a Bachelor of Arts in Deaf Studies with a concentration in ASL/English Interpreting.

5. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: UWM provides a strong Interpreter Training program within its Bachelor of Science in ASL Studies.

6. Western Oregon University: WOU's ASL major has a variety of tracks including ASL Studies, ASL/English Interpreting, and ASL/English Interpreting Education.

These are just a few examples of universities with ASL programs. As you research programs, be sure to consider factors such as the quality of the faculty, access to Deaf communities or interpreting opportunities, and specific concentrations or subfields within ASL that may interest you. Good luck in your pursuit of ASL fluency!

2 years ago

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