Special Education at Valdosta State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, take a look at what Valdosta State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Valdosta State University sits in Valdosta, GA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 43 special education graduations were recorded at Valdosta State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Valdosta State University
Many students take online classes at Valdosta State University. Of 10,262 students, 4,718 (46%) studied exclusively online and 2,960 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Valdosta State University
Rankings can help you compare Valdosta State University’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #10 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #58 of 96 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #119 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #364 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Valdosta State University
Those who finish Valdosta State University’s Special Education program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,556 |
| 2 years | $33,281 |
| 3 years | $36,370 |
| 4 years | $42,879 |
| 5 years | $51,162 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Special Education graduates from Valdosta State University take home a median $42,879, compared with $49,491 for all Valdosta State University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Special Education graduates at Valdosta State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Special Education graduates at Valdosta State University are 88% women (38) and 12% men (5).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Valdosta State University
Among the 1 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at Valdosta State University, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 100% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University, above the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Valdosta State University
Among the 42 master’s special education graduates at Valdosta State University, 88% were women (37) and 12% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Valdosta State University, lower 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 Valdosta State University
This Special Education program at Valdosta State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 43 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Graduates of the Special Education program at Valdosta State University pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.