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- School Code: 348100
- Phone: (423) 775-2041
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
69.24%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
30FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$19,944Average 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 Carson – Newman College 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 Tennessee colleges that offer special education degrees.
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Carson – Newman College
Also known as William Jennings Bryan College
721 Bryan Drive, Dayton, TN
Carson - Newman College is a nonprofit private institution located in Jefferson City, TN and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Carson - Newman College has an annual student enrollment of about two thousand.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Psychology
- Philosophy And Religious Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Most common test scores among applicants accepted to Carson - Newman College are in the range of 20 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 855 - 1115 on the SAT exam. Roughly 70 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 19 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $24,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $2,800 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Carson - Newman College Eagles participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Students who wish to view more about this school can check out their website at http://www.cn.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Carson – Newman College has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Bachelor's Degree | 6 |
Master's Degree | 9 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 3 |
Female | 12 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
White | 13 |
Unknown | 1 |
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 Carson – Newman College, 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 provide a better idea of the candidates William Jennings Bryan College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Carson – Newman College may offer student services including:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
William Jennings Bryan College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (South Atlantic Conference)
- Basketball (South Atlantic Conference)
- Football (South Atlantic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball