About the course

A Bachelor of Science degree in American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation will advance the field by preparing future ASL interpreter professionals. Our mission is to prepare entry-level practitioners who are capable of managing the intercultural demands and complex cognitive tasks for conveying dynamically equivalent messages between ASL and English. Upon successful completion of the degree students will demonstrate foundational competencies in the areas of language, understanding the culture of the Deaf community, and demonstrate professional behaviors for Sign Language Interpreters. Graduates will be eligible for state and national ASL Interpreter certification and/or a specialized state certification in the area of Tri-lingual Interpretation. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Edinburg
Summer (June), 2024	Edinburg
Summer (July), 2024	Edinburg
Fall (August), 2024	Edinburg
Spring (January), 2025	Edinburg
Summer (June), 2025	Edinburg
Summer (July), 2025	Edinburg
Fall (August), 2025	Edinburg
Spring (January), 2026	Edinburg
Summer (June), 2026	Edinburg
Summer (July), 2026	Edinburg

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley

Submit your high school transcript or high school equivalency certificate. Have your all official transcripts evaluated.

　　English Proficiency: TOEFL IBT - 61, TOEFL PBT - 500, IELTS - 6.0 Overall.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 61.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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