Contact Information

General Contact

Admissions Office

Financial Aid Office

ACCEPTANCE RATE

72.16%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

93%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

2

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$28,150

Average 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 Lewis & Clark 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 Oregon colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Lewis & Clark College

Also known as Lewis and Clark College

4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR

Overview

Lewis and Clark College is a private institution of higher learning based out of Portland, Oregon. It was established in 1867 as Albany Collegiate Institute and it became Lewis and Clark College in 1942. Its mission is provide liberal arts education that encourages students to explore and prepare for leadership roles.

Popular Programs

  •  Law
  •  Engineering
  •  Business
  •  Education
  •  Psychology
  •  Biology
  •  Computer Science
  •  Education
  •  Political Science 

Enrollment Information

Lewis and Clark College provides prospective students with an easy application process. The admissions office frequently maintains email contact with students throughout the application process. The college requires all applicants to have a high school diploma or equivalent. Students with no prior college experience must submit standardized test scores. Those with outstanding academic achievement can submit an academic portfolio in place of standardized test scores.

Financial Aid Options

Lewis and Clark College participates in various financial aid programs to assist students in paying for the cost of their education. The available programs include scholarships, federal PLUS loans, and private loans. Financial aid eligibility is determined by both financial need and academic achievement. Lewis and Clark College also offers monthly payment plans.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lewis and Clark College has offered the following academic levels for students:

  • Master's Degree
  • Post-Masters Certificate

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Master's Degree1
Post-Masters Certificate0

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 Lewis and Clark College, 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 provide a better idea of the students Lewis & Clark 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
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Lewis & Clark College may provide services to students including:

  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assistance to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Lewis & Clark College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Northwest Conference)
  • Basketball (Northwest Conference)
  • Football (Northwest Conference)
  • Golf
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball