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Special Education Schools in Rhode Island

In 2020-2021, 50 students earned their Special Ed degrees in RI.

As a degree choice, Special Education is the 23rd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Special Education Majors in Rhode Island

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 49
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 2.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.0%
  • White: 84.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 10.0%
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Jobs for Special Education Grads in Rhode Island

There are 1,870 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 Rhode Island

In this state, special ed grads earn an average of $70,720. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

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There are 3 colleges in Rhode Island that offer special ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Rhode Island College

Providence
33 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,072 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.70 years. 93% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate of 7.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
4,702 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 39%. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private school has an average net price of $36,054.

#3

Providence College

Providence
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
4,821 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 64% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 76% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.04 years.

Special Education Careers in RI

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 7% $42,840
Special Education Teachers 5% $79,300
Middle School Special Education Teachers 3% $71,310
Special Education Professors 3% $75,350
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 2% $72,950

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

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Educational Administration 114
Teacher Education Subject Specific 85
Teacher Education Grade Specific 46
Teaching English or French 45
Other Education 34
General Education 34
Student Counseling 22
Multilingual Education 11

View all majors related to Special Education

View Nationwide Special Education Report

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