Special Education at Winthrop University
If you are interested in studying Special Education, you may want to check out the program at Winthrop University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Winthrop University sits in Rock Hill, SC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 28 special education degrees were granted at Winthrop University.
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Studying Online at Winthrop University
Distance learning is available at Winthrop University. Of 4,894 students, 831 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,728 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Winthrop University
Rankings can help you compare Winthrop University’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #5 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #56 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #73 of 96 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #258 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #414 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Winthrop University
Students who complete Winthrop University’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 | $33,957 |
| 2 years | $34,650 |
| 3 years | $34,344 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Special Education graduates from Winthrop University comes in at $26,717.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Special Education graduates at Winthrop University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Special Education graduates at Winthrop University are 93% women (26) and 7% men (2).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Winthrop University
Among the 17 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at Winthrop University, 94% were women (16) and 6% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Winthrop University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Winthrop University, below the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Winthrop University
Of the 11 master’s special education degrees awarded at Winthrop University, 91% were women (10) and 9% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Winthrop University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Winthrop University, 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 Winthrop University
The Special Education program at Winthrop University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 28 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at Winthrop University pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.