Special Education (MS)
Degree
Master of Science
Major Credits
34
Total Credits
34
Time to Completion
2 Years
Locations
Online
Accreditation
CAEP
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
Overview
Graduate programs offered in the areas of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DcD), Emotional and Behavioral Disorders (EBD), Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), and Learning Disabilities (LD) are designed to prepare professionals to work with students with disabilities in school settings.
Program Highlights
- This graduate program leads to special education licensure in the areas of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Developmental Disabilities (DD; Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), Emotional Behavior Disorders (EBD); or Learning Disabilities (LD) or a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Special Education.
- Someone enrolled in this program can be seeking a M.S. only or seeking an M.S. and a teaching license.
Application Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 3.2.
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Additional Requirements for International Applicants
The program is offered exclusively online and is not eligible for I-20 issuance.
- Minimum TOEFL iBT score of 79 or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member.
Special Education MS Application Deadlines
| U.S.-Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
| Fall Start | July 15 | May 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Start | November 15 | September 1 |
| Summer Start | April 15 | N/A |
Contact Us
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