Special Education Degree

The special education program at Delaware State 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 Delaware colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Delaware State University

Also known as Delaware Tech

100 Campus Drive, Dover, DE

Delaware State University is a public historically black institution located in Dover, DE. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Delaware. Delaware State University has a yearly student enrollment of over 3,800.

Students can choose from several areas of study, including:

• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Social Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 16 to 20 on the ACT or 1180 to 1400 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for acceptance. 43% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 28% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at desu.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $7,800 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 for the year. Housing is available for students, which costs around $7,300 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The Del State Hornets participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include:

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

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.desu.edu.

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).