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- School Code: 325800
- Phone: (215) 895-2000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
74.33%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
42FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$21,205Average 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 Duquesne 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer special education degrees.
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Duquesne University (Drexel)
3141 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
DU, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately nine thousand students enroll at DU annually.
Areas of study available at DU include:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to DU have an SAT score between 1550 - 1810, or an ACT composite score within the range of 23 - 27. 70% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 29% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at duq.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $32,000, 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. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $5,900 annually. DU may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Duquesne University Dukes participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division I-AA)
Contact information, academics information, areas of study offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.duq.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Drexel has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Master's Degree | 10 |
Doctorate Degree | 1 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 3 |
Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 7 |
Non Resident Alien | 4 |
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
Upon completion of the Special Education program at Duquesne University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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 you an idea of the students Duquesne University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college 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, Duquesne University may provide student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Duquesne University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Atlantic 10 Conference)
- Track and Field (Atlantic 10 Conference)
- Football (Northeast Conference)
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling