Special Education Degree

The special education program at University of Portland 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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University of Portland

724 SW Harrison, Portland, OR

University of Portland is a nonprofit private institution located in Portland, Oregon and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately three thousand students are enrolled yearly at UP.

Areas of study available at UP include:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Most students admitted to UP score in-between 1110 to 1320 on the SAT. 64% of students that apply are accepted to UP, of which 16 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at up.edu.

Tuition is approximately $39,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $6,200 per year. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Portland "Pilots" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students should visit the school's http://www.up.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Portland offers a post-masters certificate 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).