Special Education at Northeastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Special Education, consider the program at Northeastern Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northeastern Illinois University is located in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 58 special education graduations were recorded at Northeastern Illinois University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Northeastern Illinois University
Distance learning is available at Northeastern Illinois University. Of 5,734 students, 1,101 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,235 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Northeastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Northeastern Illinois University’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #7 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #85 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #109 of 486 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Northeastern Illinois University
Students who complete Northeastern 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 | $55,083 |
| 2 years | $54,484 |
| 3 years | $57,180 |
| 4 years | $62,174 |
| 5 years | $72,373 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Special Education graduates from Northeastern Illinois University earn a median of $62,174, compared with $54,279 for all Northeastern Illinois University graduates — about 15% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Special Education graduates at Northeastern Illinois University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at Northeastern Illinois University are 74% women (43) and 26% men (15).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern Illinois University
Among the 26 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at Northeastern Illinois University, 81% were women (21) and 19% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 54% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University, above the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Northeastern Illinois University
Of the 32 master’s special education graduates at Northeastern Illinois University, 69% were women (22) and 31% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University, higher 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 Northeastern Illinois University
The Special Education program at Northeastern Illinois University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 58 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at Northeastern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Below 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
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