Master of Arts in Deaf Studies

Lamar University

The Lamar University Master of Arts in Deaf Studies focuses on theory and research in the field of deaf studies, including courses in deaf history, American Sign Language literature and ASL linguistics. Obtaining this degree provides the credentials to teach ASL at a community college or enter a doctoral program in deaf studies and deaf education.Students work closely with our deaf and hearing faculty in a culturally and linguistically accessible and friendly setting. The department has partnerships with state schools for the deaf, mainstreamed programs in the public schools, community colleges, universities and research labs to give the students a state-of-the-art curriculum and rich intern experiences.

College of Education and Human Development