Special Education Degree

The special education program at Huntington 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 Indiana colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Huntington University

1414 Blackiston Mill Rd, Clarksville, IN

Huntington University is a nonprofit private institution located in Huntington, IN and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school maintains a United Brethren Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Huntington University exceeds 1,300 annually.

Areas of study offered at Huntington University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Communication Technology
• Psychology

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 910 - 1130 for the SAT exam and between 21 - 27 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to this school. Huntington University admits roughly 90 percent of students applying yearly. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 29 percent enrolled.  For additional information about HU, simply reach out to the admissions team or request information here.

Tuition is approximately $26,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Huntington University is the "Foresters", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NAIA. Available sports offered:

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

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and more may be viewed on school's website at huntington.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Huntington University 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).