Special Education at Niagara University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, you may want to check out the program at Niagara University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Niagara University sits in Niagara University, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 209 special education degrees were awarded at Niagara University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Niagara University
Many students take online classes at Niagara University. Of 4,033 students, 841 (21%) studied exclusively online and 1,634 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Niagara University
Rankings can help you compare Niagara University’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #23 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #40 of 49 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #41 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #76 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #240 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #306 of 486 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Niagara University
Those who finish Niagara University’s Special Education program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,683 |
| 2 years | $46,478 |
| 3 years | $48,832 |
| 4 years | $50,865 |
| 5 years | $53,366 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Special Education graduates from Niagara University take home a median $50,865, compared with $50,690 for all Niagara University graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Special Education graduates from Niagara University comes in at $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Special Education graduates at Niagara University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at Niagara University are 65% women (135) and 35% men (74).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Niagara University
Among the 28 bachelor’s special education graduates at Niagara University, 86% were women (24) and 14% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Niagara University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Niagara University, below the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Niagara University
Among the 180 master’s special education degrees awarded at Niagara University, 61% were women (110) and 39% were men (70).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Niagara University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 170 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Unknown | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 2% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Niagara 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 Niagara University
This Special Education program at Niagara University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 2 |
| Elementary Special Education | 197 |
| Secondary Special Education | 10 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at Niagara University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Special Education graduates, 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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