Special Education at San Francisco State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, consider the program at San Francisco State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
San Francisco State University is located in San Francisco, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 46 special education degrees were awarded at San Francisco State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at San Francisco State University
Online coursework is an option at San Francisco State University. Among 22,563 students, 1,684 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,257 (54%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at San Francisco State University
These rankings give you a sense of how San Francisco State University’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #3 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 491 |
| Best Value | California | #39 of 58 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #41 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 486 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from San Francisco State University
Those who finish San Francisco 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 | $60,016 |
| 2 years | $59,726 |
| 3 years | $61,661 |
| 4 years | $69,836 |
| 5 years | $75,494 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Special Education graduates from San Francisco State University report median earnings of $69,836, compared with $68,654 for all San Francisco State University graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Special Education graduates at San Francisco State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at San Francisco State University are 91% women (42) and 9% men (4).
Special Education Master’s Program at San Francisco State University
Among the 46 master’s special education graduates at San Francisco State University, 91% were women (42) and 9% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at San Francisco State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 11 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 46% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at San Francisco State 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 San Francisco State University
This Special Education program at San Francisco State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 46 |
Best-Paid Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at San Francisco State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying 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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