Special Education Degree

The special education program at Lubbock Christian 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 Texas colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Lubbock Christian University (LCU)

2915 Alouette Drive, Grand Prairie, TX

Lubbock Christian University is a nonprofit private institution that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Lubbock, TX, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Churches of Christ affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Lubbock Christian University exceeds two thousand per year.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores between 19 to 24 on the ACT or 1270 to 1630 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for admission. Roughly 60% of all students that applied were accepted at Lubbock Christian University, with 35% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $19,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. Lubbock Christian University may provide financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Lubbock Christian University "Chaparrals" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)

Students who would like to view more about this school can check out their website at http://www.lcu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lubbock Christian University offers a master'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).