Special Education at University of Utah
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, take a look at what University of Utah. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, UT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 66 special education degrees were awarded at University of Utah.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Utah
Online coursework is an option at University of Utah. Of 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at University of Utah
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Utah’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #49 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 486 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #49 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 486 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from University of Utah
Graduates of University of Utah’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 | $54,560 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Special Education graduates at University of Utah, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Special Education graduates at University of Utah are 83% women (55) and 17% men (11).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at University of Utah
Of the 8 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at University of Utah, 100% were women (8) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at University of Utah
Among the 56 master’s special education graduates at University of Utah, 80% were women (45) and 20% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 47 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Utah, lower than the national average of 33%.*
Special Education Doctoral Program at University of Utah
Of the 2 doctoral special education graduates at University of Utah, 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 Utah.
| 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 Utah
The Special Education program at University of Utah breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 66 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Graduates of the Special Education program at University of Utah pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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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