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General Contact
- School Code: 111170
- Phone: (805) 756-1111
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
66.67%FINANCIAL AID RATE
33%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
40FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,013Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Special Education Degree
The special education program at Alliant International University prepares students for careers in public schools, private schools, correctional facilities, private learning centers, and mental health facilities. The program focuses on teaching and other educational services to children with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Program courses include: diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer special education degrees.
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Alliant International University (Cal Poly)
1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA
About
Alliant International University has its main campus located in San Diego, California and was founded in 2001 through a merger between the United States International University and the California School of Professional Psychology. Both schools have histories in California, with the CSPP being the first school of psychology in the state. A recent acquisition of the San Francisco School of Law has expanded the school's offerings and locations. The school currently operates six campuses in California; San Diego, Fresno, San Francisco, Irvine, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, as well as three campuses internationally in Mexico City, Hong Kong and Tokyo. Of these campuses only two offer undergraduate degree programs (San Diego and Mexico City).
Academics
Alliant International University offers a modest number undergraduate programs that provide a quality education. Individuals enrolled in one of these programs will be able to participate in a study abroad opportunity to the Mexico City Campus if at the San Diego campus and vice versa. Students may also enroll in an accelerated program, combining study for a bachelor and master's degree. Graduate programs are available in a larger number, though enrollment requires that individuals have earned a bachelor's degree prior to admission. Individuals who have earned a bachelor's degree with the Alliant International University System will have ease of access to graduate programs offered within that system.
Programs offered include:
- Business Administration
- Child Development
- International Relations
- International Business Administration
- Psychology
It is important to note that not all programs are offered at all campuses.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Alliant International University must submit an application as well as transcripts. Students must have earned a minimum of a 2.0 GPA out of a 4.0 scale in order to be considered. Once the information required is received, it will be reviewed and a final decision regarding admission provided shortly thereafter. Individuals applying to a graduate program will also require an essay and letters of recommendation. Individual programs may have additional requirements for admission at the graduate level and should be reviewed online prior to applying.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will then be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Scholarships awarded by the school are merit based, offered to students demonstrating academic excellence prior to admission or during enrollment.
Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cal Poly has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Less Than One Year Certificate | 64 |
Master's Degree | 70 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 32 |
Female | 102 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 13 |
Black | 14 |
Hispanic | 29 |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 3 |
White | 61 |
Multiple Races | 7 |
Unknown | 7 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Special Education program at Alliant International University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Special Education Teachers, Preschool
Description
Teach preschool school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School
Description
Teach elementary school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Special Education Teachers, Middle School
Description
Teach middle school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School
Description
Teach secondary school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Alliant International University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Alliant International University may offer student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance