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Special Education in Rhode Island

Special Education Schools in Rhode Island

Jobs for Special Education Grads in Rhode Island

1,800 people in the state and 438,110 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Special Ed.

Special Education Jobs Nationwide vs. RI

Wages for Special Education Jobs in Rhode Island

In this state, Special Ed grads earn an average of $78,503. Nationwide, they make an average of $73,290.

Special Education Wages Nationwide vs. RI

Our data covers 2 colleges in Rhode Island offering Special Ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

#1

Rhode Island College

Providence

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,172 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 81%, getting in takes some planning. 74% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Providence College

Providence

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $53,409 a year. About 49% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 91%.

Special Education Careers in RI

Some of the careers Special Ed majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten 14% $73,597
Interpreters and Translators 12% $52,627
Adapted Physical Education Specialists 11% $77,976
Teaching Assistants, Special Education 9% $96,801
Special Education Teachers, All Other 9% $86,208
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School 9% $79,680
Special Education Teachers, Preschool 6% $35,173
Special Education Teachers, Middle School 5% $80,694
Education Teachers, Postsecondary 2% $98,329
Special Education Teachers, Elementary School 0% $50,045

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Special Ed.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Teacher Education Grade Specific 108,054
Educational Administration 42,255
Teacher Education Subject Specific 39,881
General Education 27,481
Curriculum & Instruction 21,331
Student Counseling 13,714
Instructional Media Design 8,879
Educational Assessment 5,695

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