Special Education Degree

The special education program at Indiana University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Indiana University of Pennsylvania

1145 King Road, Immaculata, PA

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Indiana, Pennsylvania, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately 15,000 students are enrolled annually at IUP.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including:

• Social Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students at IUP scored in a range of 1310 to 1590 on the SAT exam. This school has an admissions rate of around 60% of which only 41% chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at iup.edu.

The tuition at Indiana University of Pennsylvania varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $9,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 annually. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $8,000 each year. Some students at Indiana University of Pennsylvania may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

The IUP Crimson Hawks participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Indiana University of Pennsylvania has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

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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).