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Special Ed in Wisconsin

Special Ed Schools in Wisconsin

577 Special Ed students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

A Special Ed major is the 12th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Special Ed Majors in Wisconsin

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 153
Post-Master’s Certificate 31
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 31
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3

Gender Distribution

In Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.4%
  • Black or African American: 2.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.9%
  • White: 89.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.3%
  • Other Races: 2.1%
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Jobs for Special Ed Grads in Wisconsin

In this state, there are 5,410 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 Wisconsin

Special Ed grads earn an average of $53,310 in the state and $62,500 nationwide.

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

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
2,560 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,370. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid.

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42 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
11,989 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 85% get financial aid. A typical student attending UW - Whitewater will pay a net price of $14,648. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time.

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Carroll University

Waukesha
36 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
3,451 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 41% are considered full time. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private institution charges an average net price of $24,812.

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Viterbo University

La Crosse
28 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
2,516 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.26 years. 100% of students get financical aid.

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23 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
11,017 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.44 years. The full-time teacher rate is 76%.

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18 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
44,640 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 84% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.32 years.

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Alverno College

Milwaukee
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
1,876 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.66 years. 100% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $17,428.

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13 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
15,314 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,899. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.72 years.

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13 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
24,565 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 85% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.74 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 63% are considered full time.

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Special Ed Careers in WI

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title WI Job Growth WI Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 20% $50,800
Special Education Teachers 13% $62,390
Special Education Preschool Teachers 9% $43,520
Middle School Special Education Teachers 3% $53,460

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

Major Annual Graduates in WI
Educational Administration 862
Teacher Education Grade Specific 496
Teacher Education Subject Specific 270
General Education 261
Curriculum & Instruction 248
Student Counseling 192
Education Philosophy 25
Instructional Media Design 22

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