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Special Ed in Iowa

Special Ed Schools in Iowa

312 students earned Special Ed degrees in Iowa in the 2022-2023 year.

In terms of popularity, Special Ed is the 18th most popular major in the state out of a total 181 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Special Ed Majors in Iowa

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 187
Post-Master’s Certificate 89
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 89
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, 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 Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.6%
  • Black or African American: 1.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.9%
  • White: 83.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 12.8%
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Jobs for Special Ed Grads in Iowa

In this state, there are 4,160 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 Iowa

Special Ed grads earn an average of $56,300 in the state and $62,500 nationwide.

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There are 9 colleges in Iowa that offer special ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

#1

Morningside College

Sioux City
95 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
2,411 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,776.

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16 Degrees in Major Awarded
25% Graduation Rate
3,610 Total Students

The average student takes 4.15 years to complete their degree at UIU. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,219. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

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12 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
1,863 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.15 years.

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#4

Northwestern College

Orange City
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
1,496 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Most students complete their degree in 4.10 years. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $22,849.

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#5

University of Iowa

Iowa City
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
30,318 Total Students

The average student takes 4.28 years to complete their degree at Iowa. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,426. 87% of the teachers are full time.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
9,507 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $14,414. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 78% are considered full time.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
1,517 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $16,325. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
31,822 Total Students

85% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 89% of students receive it.

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#9

Mount Mercy University

Cedar Rapids
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
1,705 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. It takes the average student 4.22 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

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Special Ed Careers in IA

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 19% $36,200
Special Education Teachers 9% $75,840
Middle School Special Education Teachers 7% $57,660
Special Education Preschool Teachers 7% $48,660

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

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Educational Administration 340
General Education 209
Student Counseling 191
Teacher Education Grade Specific 165
Curriculum & Instruction 129
Teacher Education Subject Specific 122
Other Education 30
Educational Assessment 25

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