Special Education at University of Kansas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, you may want to check out the program at University of Kansas. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kansas sits in Lawrence, KS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 132 special education degrees were awarded at University of Kansas.
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Studying Online at University of Kansas
Distance learning is available at University of Kansas. Of 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at University of Kansas
Rankings can help you compare University of Kansas’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #14 of 47 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #21 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #208 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #253 of 486 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #14 of 47 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #21 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #208 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #253 of 486 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from University of Kansas
Graduates of University of Kansas’s Special Education program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,138 |
| 2 years | $44,356 |
| 3 years | $47,716 |
| 4 years | $54,527 |
| 5 years | $60,464 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Special Education graduates from University of Kansas report median earnings of $54,527, compared with $65,918 for all University of Kansas graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Special Education graduates at University of Kansas, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at University of Kansas are 94% women (124) and 6% men (8).
Special Education Master’s Program at University of Kansas
Of the 73 master’s special education degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 90% were women (66) and 10% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 51 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Kansas, lower than the national average of 33%.*
Special Education Doctoral Program at University of Kansas
Among the 10 doctoral special education graduates at University of Kansas, 100% were women (10) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Special Education doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas, above the national average of 19%.*
*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 Kansas
This Special Education program at University of Kansas breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 105 |
| Teaching for Autism | 27 |
Best-Paid Careers for Special Education Graduates
Graduates of the Special Education program at University of Kansas go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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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