Special Education Degree

The special education program at Frostburg 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 Maryland colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Frostburg State University

7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD

Frostburg State University provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Frostburg, Maryland and publically funded. FSU has an annual student enrollment of around five thousand.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Security And Protective Services
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1300 to 1600 on the SAT and within the range of 17 to 21 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to Frostburg State University. This school has an acceptance rate of about 55 percent of which only 35 percent chose to enroll.  Additional information on admissions can be obtained from the school or by requesting information here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $7,800 and nonresidents pay $19,000 annually. Housing is available for students, which costs about $4,000 per year. Frostburg State University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The FSU Bobcats participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the FSU website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

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).