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- School Code: 326700
- Phone: (814) 871-7000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
53.23%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
20FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$14,731Average 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 Geneva 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer special education degrees.
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Geneva College
109 W Sixth St, Erie, PA
Geneva College is a nonprofit private institution located in Beaver Falls, PA and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The Reformed Presbyterian Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Enrollment at Geneva College exceeds 2,100 yearly.
Students may choose from several areas of study, including:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Engineering
- Theology And Religious Vocations
- Education
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by the admissions staff. The most common test scores among students admitted to this school are between 21 - 27 on the ACT, or 960 - 1190 on the SAT. 79% of those who apply are admitted to this school, of which 29% choose to attend.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $26,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Some students at Geneva College may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.
The Geneva College Golden Tornadoes participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students should visit the school's http://www.geneva.edu to see additional information.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Special Education program at Geneva 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 give an overview of the applicants Geneva College accepts. The details may include admissions 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 help students and recent graduates, Geneva College may provide services to students like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Geneva College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Presidents Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Presidents Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Presidents Athletic Conference)
- Football (Presidents Athletic Conference)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball