Special Education Degree

The special education program at University of Wisconsin – Stout 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer special education degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Stout

5218 E. Terrace Dr., Madison, WI

University of Wisconsin - Stout provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin and publically funded. About 9,300 students enroll at UW-Stout yearly.

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

• Visual And Performing Arts
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Family And Consumer Sciences
• Engineering Technology
• 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 staff. Most students accepted to UW-Stout score in-between 20 to 24 on the ACT. 89% of those students that apply are admitted to University of Wisconsin - Stout, of which 56 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at admissions.uwstout.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $9,400 and out-of-state residents pay $18,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $3,800. UW-Stout may provide financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Wisconsin - Stout Blue Devils participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.uwstout.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Special Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – Stout offers a bachelor's degree program in special education.

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).