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Special Ed in Georgia

Special Ed Schools in Georgia

In 2022-2023, 589 students earned their Special Ed degrees in GA.

A Special Ed major is the 20th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Special Ed Majors in Georgia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 254
Post-Master’s Certificate 187
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 187
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8

Gender Distribution

In Georgia, 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 Georgia is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.2%
  • Black or African American: 23.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.4%
  • White: 65.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 4.6%
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Jobs for Special Ed Grads in Georgia

In this state, there are 15,330 people employed in jobs related to a special ed degree, compared to 532,840 nationwide.

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Wages for Special Ed Jobs in Georgia

In this state, special ed grads earn an average of $55,670. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

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There are 10 colleges in Georgia that offer special ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

96 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
13,419 Total Students

16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 73% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.64 years.

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62 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
36,360 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 74%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $17,202.

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61 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
6,873 Total Students

The average student takes 4.26 years to complete their degree at Georgia College. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

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38 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,147 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 90%. Most students complete their degree in 4.27 years.

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36 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
12,304 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $13,063. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

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25 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
41,181 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $17,993. The full-time teacher rate is 65%.

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19 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
8,372 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 62% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,601. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

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18 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
8,920 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time.

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14 Degrees in Major Awarded
36% Graduation Rate
3,162 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 0.10% which is lower than average. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,387.

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Piedmont College

Demorest
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
2,350 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate. This private school has an average net price of $18,732.

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Special Ed Careers in GA

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title GA Job Growth GA Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 23% $55,250
Special Education Preschool Teachers 15% $54,430
Middle School Special Education Teachers 14% $58,410
Special Education Teachers 7% $56,960

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

Major Annual Graduates in GA
Teacher Education Grade Specific 2,285
Curriculum & Instruction 892
Educational Administration 739
Teacher Education Subject Specific 733
Instructional Media Design 588
Student Counseling 358
General Education 106
Teaching English or French 59

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