AUBURN UNIVERSITY (College of education)
Website: http://www.education.auburn.edu/academic-program/early-childhood-special-education-2/
Overview: An online master’s degree in special education at Auburn University prepares teachers to apply knowledge in a variety of clinical experiences. It specifically prepares one to serve children with a variety of disabilities from birth to age 8 in different settings may it be in elementary school or home.
The coursework reflects the Council for Exceptional Children’s Divison for Early Childhood preferred practices.
Courses and field experiences in the program aid in developing an understanding of disability, evidence-based instructional practices, skill acquisition, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and responsible and reflective practice.
Program requirements for graduation include passing on Praxis II-special education and clearance from graduate school and college of educational and professional education services. A minimum of 21 credit hours is required.
While the institution is accredited by the council for the Accreditation of Educator preparation (CAEP), the master’s program in special education is also approved by the Alabama State Board of Education.
Tuition fees: $498/hr visit the tuition and fees page.
Financial aid: Scholarships, university-level support, and college-based opportunities
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Website: http://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/graduateprograms/education-programs/special-education-online-m-ed/
Overview: Georgia’s southern university’s online M.Ed.in special education is crafted for individuals who currently hold a Professional level four Certificate or equivalent in special education with certificate in any of the following areas;
• General curriculum
• Adaptive curriculum
The program can get completed in either one year or over two years. See course planning sheets.
The master’s program is pivoted on the value of intensive, diverse field experiences and the concept of developmentally appropriate practices and the experiences of working with diverse student populations.
Regular admission requirements for the program include, a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, present a cumulative of 2.5 (4.0) scale grade point average or higher on all graduate and undergraduate works combined, present a current official report from MAT, and submit a completed “disclosure and affirmation form” and a personal; statement of purpose.
M.Ed. in Georgia Southern university gets approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (PSC) and meets all the PSC’s certificate upgrade requirements.
Tuition and fees: Visit the tuition and fees page.
Financial Aid: Visit the Georgia Southern department of financial aid.
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
Website: http://learnonline.kennesaw.edu/programs/special_education_masters.php
Overview: At Kennesaw state university, M.Ed. in special education online degree prepares practicing educators to become teacher-leaders in special education and specifically, in the individualized general curriculum.
The program offers initial certification in special education for professional and experienced educators in other fields. It also prepares teachers to educate increasingly distinct populations of students through inclusive education practices.
The program is structured for candidates to complete 36 credit hours for graduation. Online coursework gets taught by utilizing technology in both synchronous and asynchronous content delivery, supervision and feedback.
The current curriculum prepares students to serve students with disabilities in p-12 schools and in inclusive settings. Upon completion, graduates will be prepared to serve students with disabilities in teaching and leadership roles.
Requirements include an online application, transcripts, evidence of teaching certification, personal statement, a personal resume and two letters of recommendation plus an interview.
Tuition and fees: Graduate e-tuition investment $408 per credit hours and $355 as student fee
Financial aid: scholarships, grants, employment, and loans
NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA
Website:https://www.nsula.edu/ensu/online-programs/master-of-education-in-special-education/
Overview: An online M.Ed. in special education at NSU imparts candidates with skills and knowledge to facilitate student achievement. The application and development of special education curricula and instructional methods are passed on within 36 semester hours for certified teachers who are seeking to increase their certification and earn an M.Ed.
The program is composed of 12-hours of coursework in both educational foundation and application areas and 21 more hours of coursework in a concentration area including early intervention, gifted education, elementary mild/ moderate education and secondary mild/moderate special education.
Field experiences are required in most of the courses in the M.Ed. Degree for application, of course, related skills in diverse settings. The experiences will include those in the school of the candidate and those outside the classroom.
Tuition and fees: $425 per credit hour up to 9 hours then $100 per hour after that.
Financial aid: Federal Student Aid. Visit the financial aid section for directions.
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Website: http://www.wcu.edu/learn/departments-schools-colleges/CEAP/ceap-depts/stl/special-education-programs/special-education-graduate-programs/index.asp
Overview: The M.AEd. in the special education online program at western Carolina university is designed for teachers who currently hold a degree in education and an A level license. The program itself is composed of 30-33 hours of graduate study depending on the area of licensure and student’s prerequisites.
Candidates are given an opportunity to choose from three areas of expertise, and these are, profound/severe disabilities, mild to moderate disabilities, and gifted Creative and Innovative education. Even better, those who are qualified can earn B.S. and B.A. degree can earn a teaching license and graduate degree at the same time.
The Masters of Arts in Teaching, which is also another program alongside the M.A.Ed, consists of 39-45 hours of graduate study with students having to choose from a general curriculum or an adapted one.
In addition to licensure, special education graduate programs offer teachers professional development credential in response to intervention for social and emotional behavior, creativity and differentiation and collaboration with families and professionals.
Admission requirements include a written essay, Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, acceptance into Western Carolina University’s Graduate School, 3.0 average in last half of undergraduate program or 2.85 overall GPA and three letters of recommendation.
Tuition and fees visit the tuition and fees page.
Financial aid: Grants and loan packages.
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
Website: https://online.odu.edu/programs/special-education-masters-degree
Overview: coursework at ODU online master’s degree in special Education focuses on scholarly research, the foundations of special education leadership and advance instructional strategies.
The program curriculum features participation in an online community, interactive instructional technology, professional development using council for exceptional children advanced Program standards and synchronous and asynchronous components.
Advanced professional proficiency can also be the prerequisite course work for Ph.D. concentration in special education.
A list of the required courses and electives can get accessed in the department.
Some of the careers one can pursue in the program are, professional development trainer, educational consultant, team leader, master teacher, instructional specialist, and board certified behavior analysts among others.
Tuition and fees: $501 per credit hour
Financial aid: graduate PLUS loans, graduate financial aid, graduate fellowships, work-study programs, and scholarships.
SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
Website: http://onlineprograms.smumn.edu/mase/masters-in-special-education?cmgfrm=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F
Overview: At Saint Mary’s university of Minnesota, the online Master of Arts in Special Education helps a student to understand fully the unique needs of learners with a wide range of disabilities. It is a flexible path to building a rewarding career that gives back to self and students.
The program prepares students to work with learners who require special education services for specific learning disabilities, those with emotional or behavioral disorders and those with autism spectrum disorders.
With the degree, one will develop inclusive teaching approaches that go further to help students achieve their full potential.
The program also has several options, that is, one can choose from, Special Education-M.A. Degree without Licensure, Special Education – M.A. Degree with Additional Licensure or Special Education – M.A. Degree with Initial Licensure.
With a nearly century worth of history, Saint Mary’s university of Minnesota is internationally recognized. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Tuition and fees: $480 per credit hour
Financial aid: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and scholarship opportunities
EASTERN NEW MEXICO UNIVERSITY
Website: http://education.enmu.edu/grad/special-ed.shtml
Overview: the Master of Special Education program provides students with advanced knowledge for licensed special education teachers who are interested in continuing their professional development, enhancing their professional status or becoming curriculum leaders.
Candidates can choose between two areas of emphasis: early childhood Special Education emphasis or general emphasis. The program requires 15 hours of additional special education coursework and four core courses. A student is also required to finish nine hours of advisor-approved electives.
Students may also choose thesis or non-thesis option. The thesis option requires a written thesis/ graduate project, an oral defense of the thesis and 30 hours of coursework while non-thesis option requires 36 hours and a written comprehensive exam.
The various degree plans offered include General Emphasis: Thesis, General Emphasis: Non-Thesis, Gifted Pedagogy: Non-Thesis, Gifted Pedagogy: Thesis Option, Special Education Alternative Licensure, Special Education Early Childhood Thesis, Special Education Pedagogy Non-Thesis, Special Education Early Childhood Non-Thesis and the Special Education Pedagogy Thesis.
Tuition and fees visit the tuition and fees page.
Financial aid: Merit-based aid-scholarships, grants, loans and work-study employment.
