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97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
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$16,130Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Special Education Degree
The special education program at University of Vermont 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 Vermont colleges that offer special education degrees.
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University of Vermont (UVM)
124 Admin Drive, Randolph, VT
UVM is a public institution located in Burlington, Vermont and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Vermont. Approximately fourteen thousand students are enrolled annually at UVM.
Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- English Language And Literature
- Health And Clinical Professions
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to University of Vermont. A score between 1630 - 1920 on the SAT, or 24 - 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school has an admissions rate of 75% of which only 14% decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $16,000, while nonresidents pay $38,000 for the year. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $7,100 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.
The mascot for University of Vermont is the "Catamounts", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students may visit the school's http://www.uvm.edu to view additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Vermont offers a master's degree program in special education.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 4 |
| Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Non Resident Alien | 1 |
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
Upon completion of the Special Education program at University of Vermont, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants University of Vermont accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, University of Vermont may provide services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Vermont is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (America East)
- Track and Field (America East)
- Field Hockey
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving