Special Education at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
If you plan to study Special Education, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee sits in Milwaukee, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 39 special education degrees were awarded at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Online coursework is an option at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Among 22,450 students, 3,134 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,401 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #5 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #7 of 11 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #221 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #254 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Students who complete University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’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 | $43,962 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Special Education graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is $26,188.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Special Education graduates at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee are 77% women (30) and 23% men (9).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Of the 15 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 80% were women (12) and 20% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 27% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, above the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Among the 4 master’s special education graduates at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 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 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
The Special Education program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 20 |
| Teaching for Autism | 19 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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.