Special Education at Saint Cloud State University
If you are interested in studying Special Education, you may want to check out the program at Saint Cloud State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Saint Cloud State University is located in Saint Cloud, MN.
During the most recent reporting year, 70 special education degrees were awarded at Saint Cloud State University.
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Online Class Availability at Saint Cloud State University
Many students take online classes at Saint Cloud State University. Of 10,732 students, 2,126 (20%) studied exclusively online and 3,789 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Saint Cloud State University
Rankings can help you compare Saint Cloud State University’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #1 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #10 of 12 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #10 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #173 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #272 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Saint Cloud State University
Students who complete Saint Cloud State 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 | $41,408 |
| 2 years | $41,041 |
| 3 years | $53,129 |
| 4 years | $58,411 |
| 5 years | $58,170 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Special Education graduates from Saint Cloud State University earn a median of $58,411, compared with $58,906 for all Saint Cloud State University graduates — about 1% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Special Education graduates from Saint Cloud State University comes in at $28,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Special Education graduates at Saint Cloud State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at Saint Cloud State University are 83% women (58) and 17% men (12).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Saint Cloud State University
Among the 4 bachelor’s special education graduates at Saint Cloud State University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Saint Cloud State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Saint Cloud State University, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Saint Cloud State University
Among the 24 master’s special education graduates at Saint Cloud State University, 88% were women (21) and 12% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Saint Cloud State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Saint Cloud 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 Saint Cloud State University
This Special Education program at Saint Cloud State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 49 |
| Teaching for Emotional Disturbances | 4 |
| Teaching for Learning Disabilities | 1 |
| Teaching for Autism | 1 |
| Early Childhood Special Education | 15 |
Best-Paid Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Saint Cloud State University pursue many career paths. 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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