Special Education Degree

The special education program at Defiance 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 Ohio colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Defiance College

300 College Park, Dayton, OH

Defiance College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Defiance, OH, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The United Church of Christ affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Nearly 1,100 students enroll at Defiance College annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Defiance College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Very common test scores among students admitted to this school are in the range of 18 - 23 for the ACT exam, or 830 - 1050 for the SAT exam. Defiance College admits approximately 70 percent of students applying. Of those accepted, around 24 percent attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found at defiance.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $28,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $5,100 for the year. Students enrolled at Defiance College may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Defiance College "Yellow Jackets" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the Defiance College website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Defiance College offers a bachelor's degree program in special education.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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).