Special Education Degree

The special education program at Doane University – Crete 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 Nebraska colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Doane University – Crete

2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE

Doane University- Crete is a nonprofit private school that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Crete, NE, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 1000 students are enrolled annually at Doane University- Crete.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Visual And Performing Arts
• History
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to Doane University- Crete score in a range of 20 to 26 on the ACT. This school has an admissions rate of around 83 percent of which only 27 percent chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at doane.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $26,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,000 annually. Some students at Doane University- Crete may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Doane University- Crete through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students can visit the Doane University - Crete website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Doane University – Crete 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).