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Special Ed in Tennessee

Special Ed Schools in Tennessee

407 students earned Special Ed degrees in Tennessee in the 2022-2023 year.

As a degree choice, Special Ed is the 46th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Special Ed Majors in Tennessee

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 203
Master’s Degree 169
Post-Master’s Certificate 29
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 29
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 6
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 6
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 6

Gender Distribution

In Tennessee, 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 Tennessee is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.5%
  • Black or African American: 11.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.5%
  • White: 79.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.9%
  • Other Races: 2.2%
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Jobs for Special Ed Grads in Tennessee

10,200 people in the state and 532,840 in the nation are employed in jobs related to special ed.

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Wages for Special Ed Jobs in Tennessee

In this state, special ed grads earn an average of $52,350. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

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

69 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
22,205 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,216. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. The average student takes 4.57 years to complete their degree at UofM.

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54 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
13,537 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 7 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $20,917. Of all the students who attend this school, 69% get financial aid.

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38 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
30,559 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $19,400. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time.

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Lipscomb University

Nashville
29 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
4,884 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 50% are considered full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $26,070. It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate.

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28 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
13,713 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 61% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at ETSU.

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#6

Carson - Newman University

Jefferson City
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
2,911 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $18,584.

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17 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
22,080 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.55 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time.

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#8

Lee University

Cleveland
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
5,204 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $20,083. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.34 years.

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14 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
10,177 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,426. 74% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

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14 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
3,968 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $14,928.

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Special Ed Careers in TN

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title TN Job Growth TN Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 21% $41,360
Special Education Teachers 15% $58,420
Special Education Preschool Teachers 13% $46,860
Middle School Special Education Teachers 10% $51,550

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

Major Annual Graduates in TN
Teacher Education Grade Specific 1,526
Educational Administration 1,225
General Education 605
Curriculum & Instruction 546
Teacher Education Subject Specific 421
Student Counseling 239
Teaching English or French 146
Instructional Media Design 65

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