Special Education Degree

The special education program at Ohio Dominican 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 Ohio colleges that offer special education degrees.

Learn more by requesting information now!

Ohio Dominican University (ODU)

1374 E 51st St, Cleveland, OH

ODU is a nonprofit private institution that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Columbus, OH, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Enrollment at ODU exceeds 3,000 yearly.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Communications And Journalism

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 office. The most common scores among applicants admitted to ODU are within the range of 19 - 24 on the ACT, or 880 - 1080 for the SAT exam. ODU accepts roughly 60 percent of students applying yearly. Of those students admitted, nearly 28 percent enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at ohiodominican.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $29,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Students at Ohio Dominican University may be eligible for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at ODU through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to see more about ODU may take a look at their website at http://www.ohiodominican.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. ODU has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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).