Special Education at University of Arizona
If you are interested in studying Special Education, you may want to check out the program at University of Arizona. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Arizona is located in Tucson, AZ.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 69 special education degrees were awarded at University of Arizona.
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Studying Online at University of Arizona
Distance learning is available at University of Arizona. Of 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at University of Arizona
Rankings can help you compare University of Arizona’s Special Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #17 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #26 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #213 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #263 of 491 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #17 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #26 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #213 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #263 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from University of Arizona
Graduates of University of Arizona’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 | $43,600 |
| 2 years | $45,607 |
| 3 years | $47,173 |
| 4 years | $51,293 |
| 5 years | $51,745 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Special Education graduates from University of Arizona take home a median $51,293, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Special Education graduates from University of Arizona comes in at $19,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Special Education graduates at University of Arizona, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at University of Arizona are 87% women (60) and 13% men (9).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at University of Arizona
Among the 8 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 88% were women (7) and 12% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, above the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 57 master’s special education graduates at University of Arizona, 86% were women (49) and 14% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 22 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 54% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, 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 University of Arizona
This Special Education program at University of Arizona includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 65 |
| Teaching for Speech Impaired | 4 |
Best-Paid Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at University of Arizona go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying 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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