Special Education Degree

The special education program at University of Nebraska at Omaha 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 Nebraska colleges that offer special education degrees.

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University of Nebraska at Omaha

12550 S. 114th St., Papillion, NE

UNOMAHA provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Omaha, NE and publically funded. Nearly 15,000 students enroll at University of Nebraska at Omaha per year.

Areas of study available at University of Nebraska at Omaha include:

• Security And Protective Services
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The majority of students at UNOMAHA scored between 20 to 25 on the ACT exam. Approximately 80% of all applicant were accepted at University of Nebraska at Omaha, with 51% of those admitted choosing to attend.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $6,900 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at UNOMAHA through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

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

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.unomaha.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Nebraska at Omaha 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).