Special Education at Northwest Missouri State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, take a look at what Northwest Missouri State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northwest Missouri State University sits in Maryville, MO.
During the most recent reporting year, 51 special education degrees were awarded at Northwest Missouri State University.
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Online Class Availability at Northwest Missouri State University
Online coursework is an option at Northwest Missouri State University. Of 9,152 students, 3,288 (36%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,472 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Northwest Missouri State University
Rankings can help you compare Northwest Missouri State University’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #5 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #8 of 12 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #18 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #40 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #225 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #445 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Northwest Missouri State University
Those who finish Northwest Missouri State 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 | $37,086 |
| 2 years | $33,815 |
| 3 years | $33,776 |
| 4 years | $39,625 |
| 5 years | $39,045 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Special Education graduates from Northwest Missouri State University take home a median $39,625, compared with $51,493 for all Northwest Missouri State University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Special Education graduates from Northwest Missouri State University comes in at $26,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Special Education graduates at Northwest Missouri State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Special Education graduates at Northwest Missouri State University are 94% women (48) and 6% men (3).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Northwest Missouri State University
Among the 11 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at Northwest Missouri State University, 91% were women (10) and 9% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwest Missouri State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
Special Education Master’s Program at Northwest Missouri State University
Among the 40 master’s special education degrees awarded at Northwest Missouri State University, 95% were women (38) and 5% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Northwest Missouri State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 8% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Northwest Missouri State 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 Northwest Missouri State University
The Special Education program at Northwest Missouri State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teaching for Multiple Disabilities | 51 |
Best-Paid Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Northwest Missouri State University pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.