Special Education at Northern Illinois University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, consider the program at Northern Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northern Illinois University sits in Dekalb, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 112 special education degrees were awarded at Northern Illinois University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Northern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Northern Illinois University. Among 15,414 students, 2,197 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,937 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Northern Illinois University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northern Illinois University’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 19 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #8 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #94 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Northern Illinois University
Graduates of Northern Illinois 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 | $45,597 |
| 2 years | $45,532 |
| 3 years | $48,263 |
| 4 years | $52,968 |
| 5 years | $58,342 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Special Education graduates from Northern Illinois University report median earnings of $52,968, compared with $63,103 for all Northern Illinois University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Special Education graduates from Northern Illinois University stands at $21,452.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Special Education graduates at Northern Illinois University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at Northern Illinois University are 88% women (98) and 12% men (14).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Northern Illinois University
Of the 63 bachelor’s special education graduates at Northern Illinois University, 90% were women (57) and 10% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 41% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Northern Illinois University
Among the 49 master’s special education graduates at Northern Illinois University, 84% were women (41) and 16% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Northern 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 Northern Illinois University
The Special Education program at Northern Illinois University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 112 |
Best-Paid Careers for Special Education Graduates
Graduates of the Special Education program at Northern Illinois University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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