Special Education at University of North Texas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, you may want to check out the program at University of North Texas. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of North Texas is located in Denton, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 38 special education degrees were awarded at University of North Texas.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of North Texas
Many students take online classes at University of North Texas. Of 46,864 students, 6,208 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 25,860 (55%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at University of North Texas
Use these rankings to compare University of North Texas’s Special Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #8 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #11 of 37 |
| Best Value | Texas | #11 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #22 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #161 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #190 of 491 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #8 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #11 of 37 |
| Best Value | Texas | #11 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #22 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #161 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #190 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from University of North Texas
Those who finish University of North Texas’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 | $56,194 |
| 2 years | $52,822 |
| 3 years | $53,766 |
| 4 years | $57,241 |
| 5 years | $62,197 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Special Education graduates from University of North Texas take home a median $57,241, compared with $58,467 for all University of North Texas graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Special Education graduates at University of North Texas, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at University of North Texas are 97% women (37) and 3% men (1).
Special Education Master’s Program at University of North Texas
Among the 34 master’s special education degrees awarded at University of North Texas, 97% were women (33) and 3% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of North Texas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of North Texas, lower than the national average of 33%.*
Special Education Doctoral Program at University of North Texas
Among the 2 doctoral special education degrees awarded at University of North Texas, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education doctoral degree recipients at University of North Texas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*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 North Texas
This Special Education program at University of North Texas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 38 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at University of North Texas pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.