Special Education at Eastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Special Education, consider the program at Eastern Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Eastern Illinois University is located in Charleston, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 33 special education degrees were awarded at Eastern Illinois University.
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Studying Online at Eastern Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Eastern Illinois University. Of 8,505 students, 1,283 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,051 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Eastern Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Illinois University’s Special Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 19 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #17 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #37 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #163 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #268 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Eastern Illinois University
Graduates of Eastern Illinois University’s Special Education program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,628 |
| 2 years | $39,317 |
| 3 years | $41,671 |
| 4 years | $41,887 |
| 5 years | $51,770 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Special Education graduates from Eastern Illinois University take home a median $41,887, compared with $54,001 for all Eastern Illinois University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Special Education graduates from Eastern Illinois University comes in at $26,046.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Special Education graduates at Eastern Illinois University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Special Education graduates at Eastern Illinois University are 94% women (31) and 6% men (2).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Illinois University
Of the 20 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at Eastern Illinois University, 95% were women (19) and 5% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 15% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Eastern Illinois University
Of the 13 master’s special education degrees awarded at Eastern Illinois University, 92% were women (12) and 8% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University, lower than the national average of 33%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Special Education Concentrations at Eastern Illinois University
The Special Education program at Eastern Illinois University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 33 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at Eastern Illinois University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Special Education majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Special Education Teachers, All Other | $86,208 |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle School | $80,694 |
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | $79,680 |
| Adapted Physical Education Specialists | $77,976 |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten | $73,597 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $52,627 |
| Special Education Teachers, Elementary School | $50,045 |
| Special Education Teachers, Preschool | $35,173 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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