Special Education Degree

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

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University of Wyoming

1889 Venture Drive, Laramie, WY

University of Wyoming is a public institution that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Laramie, WY, in a predominantly rural area. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Wyoming. Enrollment at University of Wyoming exceeds 13,000 per year.

Areas of study offered at UW include:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken to apply to UW. Scores in a range of 21 to 27 on the ACT or 980 to 1210 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for acceptance. This school has an acceptance rate of around 95% of which only 42% chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at uwyo.edu.

The tuition at UW varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $3,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $12,000 for the year. Housing is available for students, and generally costs around $4,100 annually. University of Wyoming may offer financial aid for students that qualify in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The University of Wyoming "Cowboys" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-A)

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

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).