Special Education at Eastern Kentucky University
If you plan to study Special Education, take a look at what Eastern Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Eastern Kentucky University is located in Richmond, KY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 44 special education graduations were recorded at Eastern Kentucky University.
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Studying Online at Eastern Kentucky University
Online coursework is an option at Eastern Kentucky University. Of 15,673 students, 5,246 (33%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,148 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Eastern Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Eastern Kentucky University’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #7 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #18 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #91 of 96 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #128 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #469 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Eastern Kentucky University
Graduates of Eastern Kentucky 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 | $36,579 |
| 2 years | $36,863 |
| 3 years | $38,532 |
| 4 years | $41,230 |
| 5 years | $44,452 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Special Education graduates from Eastern Kentucky University report median earnings of $41,230, compared with $49,519 for all Eastern Kentucky University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Special Education graduates from Eastern Kentucky University comes in at $28,381.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Special Education graduates at Eastern Kentucky University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at Eastern Kentucky University are 89% women (39) and 11% men (5).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Kentucky University
Among the 14 bachelor’s special education graduates at Eastern Kentucky University, 71% were women (10) and 29% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Kentucky University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Eastern Kentucky University
Of the 30 master’s special education degrees awarded at Eastern Kentucky University, 97% were women (29) and 3% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Eastern Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 3% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Eastern Kentucky 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 Kentucky University
The Special Education program at Eastern Kentucky University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 33 |
| Teaching for the Deaf | 3 |
| Teaching for Gifted & Talented | 8 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Eastern Kentucky University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.