Special Education at Nova Southeastern University
If you are interested in studying Special Education, you may want to check out the program at Nova Southeastern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Nova Southeastern University sits in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
During the most recent reporting year, 49 special education degrees were granted at Nova Southeastern University.
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Studying Online at Nova Southeastern University
Many students take online classes at Nova Southeastern University. Among 20,910 students, 5,509 (26%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,748 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Nova Southeastern University
Use these rankings to compare Nova Southeastern University’s Special Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 15 |
| Best Value | Florida | #14 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #41 of 96 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #92 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #304 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #458 of 486 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Nova Southeastern University
Those who finish Nova Southeastern 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 | $43,418 |
| 2 years | $45,956 |
| 3 years | $43,430 |
| 4 years | $48,527 |
| 5 years | $56,508 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Special Education graduates from Nova Southeastern University earn a median of $48,527, compared with $88,351 for all Nova Southeastern University graduates — about 45% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Special Education graduates at Nova Southeastern University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at Nova Southeastern University are 88% women (43) and 12% men (6).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Of the 6 bachelor’s special education graduates at Nova Southeastern University, 100% were women (6) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, above the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Of the 43 master’s special education graduates at Nova Southeastern University, 86% were women (37) and 14% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 79% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, above 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 Nova Southeastern University
The Special Education program at Nova Southeastern University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 3 |
| Teaching for Gifted & Talented | 40 |
| Teaching for Learning Disabilities | 6 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Nova Southeastern University work across a variety of fields. Below are 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.