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Special Education Schools in District of Columbia

In 2020-2021, 101 students earned their Special Ed degrees in DC.

As a degree choice, Special Education is the 39th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Special Education Majors in District of Columbia

Special Ed majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 80
Post-Master’s Certificate 13
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 13
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a special ed major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of special ed majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.0%
  • Black or African American: 22.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.9%
  • White: 56.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.0%
  • Other Races: 6.9%
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Jobs for Special Education Grads in District of Columbia

There are 1,960 people in the state and 532,840 people in the nation working in special ed jobs.

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Wages for Special Education Jobs in District of Columbia

A typical salary for a special ed grad in the state is $73,240, compared to a typical salary of $62,500 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in District of Columbia that offer special ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

62 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 72% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 1.30% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.10 years.

#2

Gallaudet University

Washington
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,833. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $28,704 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 75% get financial aid.

#3

American University

Washington
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $55,945 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
1,846 Total Students

The 8.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. 100% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

#5

Howard University

Washington
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $43,792 after graduation. The average student takes 4.23 years to complete their degree at Howard. This private school has an average net price of $41,388.

Special Education Careers in DC

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Middle School Special Education Teachers 19% $0
Special Education Professors 16% $71,550
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 16% $78,050
Special Education Teachers 14% $62,390
Interpreters and Translators 12% $98,850

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to special ed.

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Educational Administration 354
Teacher Education Grade Specific 83
Teaching English or French 46
International Education 45
Student Counseling 43
Other Education 33
Curriculum & Instruction 30
Teacher Education Subject Specific 27

View all majors related to Special Education

View Nationwide Special Education Report

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