Below are the key facts about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how American University stacks up against peers offering special education.
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Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $50,542 | $57,952 |
| Fees | $819 | $819 |
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Every one of the 1 student who graduated with a master’s degree in special education from American University identified as women.
The majority of special education master’s degree graduates at American University were Black or African American. Roughly 100% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from American University with a master’s in special education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special education majors at American University.
This special education program at American University offers the following related majors:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities | 1 |
American University awarded 1 degree in education/teaching of individuals with specific learning disabilities in the latest year of data — 100% to women and 0% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Black or African American (100%).