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Special Education Schools in Louisiana

82 students earned Special Ed degrees in Louisiana in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Special Education is the 40th most popular major out of a total 172 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Special Education Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 47
Post-Master’s Certificate 35
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 35

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, 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 Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.4%
  • Black or African American: 12.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 0.0%
  • White: 76.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.2%
  • Other Races: 7.3%
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Jobs for Special Education Grads in Louisiana

In this state, there are 9,770 people employed in jobs related to a special ed degree, compared to 532,840 nationwide.

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Wages for Special Education Jobs in Louisiana

In this state, special ed grads earn an average of $50,300. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

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There are 6 colleges in Louisiana that offer special ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
11,447 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
14,426 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $36,197 after graduation. The student loan default rate of 9.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 82% of the teachers are full time.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
3,383 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. In their early career, XULA grads earn an average salary of $35,999. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
11,126 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 23 to 1. The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
34,285 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1. The student loan default rate of 4.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The average student takes 4.44 years to complete their degree at Louisiana State University.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,450 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,980 after earning their degree at this institution. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,094. The student loan default rate of 6.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Special Education Careers in LA

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 11% $36,370
Special Education Teachers 9% $56,070
Middle School Special Education Teachers 7% $50,350
Special Education Professors 7% $51,750
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 7% $49,700
Special Education Preschool Teachers 6% $48,970

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

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Educational Administration 538
Curriculum & Instruction 425
Teacher Education Grade Specific 201
Student Counseling 150
Teacher Education Subject Specific 89
Instructional Media Design 84
Other Education 81
General Education 77

View all majors related to Special Education

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