Special Education at Fitchburg State University
Every special education school has its own distinct culture and strengths. We've pulled together some statistics and other details to help you see how the special ed program at Fitchburg State University stacks up to those at other schools.Fitchburg State is located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts and has a total student population of 6,728. During the 2020-2021 academic year, 96 students received their master's degree in special ed.
Want to know more about the career opportunities in this field? Check out the Careers in Special Education section at the bottom of this page.
Featured schools near , edit
Fitchburg State Special Education Degrees Available
- Master’s Degree in Special Ed
Fitchburg State Special Education Rankings
Special Ed Student Demographics at Fitchburg State
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Fitchburg State University.
Fitchburg State Special Education Master’s Program
Of the students who received a special ed master's degree from Fitchburg State, 93% were white. This is above average for this degree on the natiowide level.
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity for students who recently graduated from Fitchburg State University with a master's in special ed.
| Race/Ethnicity | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 89 |
| International Students | 0 |
| Other Races/Ethnicities | 4 |
Related Majors
- Student Counseling
- Teacher Education Grade Specific
- Teacher Education Subject Specific
- Educational Administration
- Curriculum & Instruction
Careers That Special Ed Grads May Go Into
A degree in special ed can lead to the following careers. Since job numbers and average salaries can vary by geographic location, we have only included the numbers for MA, the home state for Fitchburg State University.
| Occupation | Jobs in MA | Average Salary in MA |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers | 6,490 | $74,470 |
| Special Education Professors | 4,630 | $76,080 |
| Middle School Special Education Teachers | 3,470 | $74,500 |
| Interpreters and Translators | 2,140 | $55,600 |
| Special Education Preschool Teachers | 1,060 | $64,370 |
References
*The racial-ethnic minorities count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students at the school to obtain the racial-ethnic minorities percentage.
- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics
- O*NET Online
- Image Credit: By Found5dollar under License
More about our data sources and methodologies.
Featured Schools
Request Info
|
Southern New Hampshire University You have goals. Southern New Hampshire University can help you get there. Whether you need a bachelor's degree to get into a career or want a master's degree to move up in your current career, SNHU has an online program for you. Find your degree from over 200 online programs. Learn More > |
GradDegree.com provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© GradDegree.com – All Rights Reserved.