by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at Appalachian State University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #1 out of 5 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Appalachian State University among the top schools in the country for special education, ranked #205 out of 463 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Special Education Schools | 205 of 463 |
| Best Special Education Schools in North Carolina | 4 of 6 |
| Best Special Education Schools in the Southeast Region | 25 of 87 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in special education at Appalachian State University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 22 |
| Master’s | 15 |
| Graduate Certificate | 40 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Appalachian State University awarded 22 bachelor’s degrees in special education.
Appalachian State University is among the very best schools in the country for special education at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #1 out of 5 schools by College Factual.
Special Education students who finish a bachelor’s at Appalachian State University report a median salary of $42,295 a year. This is below $50,311, the median for all majors at Appalachian State University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Appalachian State University, special education graduates take on a median debt of $25,000 in student loans. This is higher than $22,075, the typical median for all majors at Appalachian State University.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,242 | $21,875 |
| Fees | $3,337 | $3,337 |
Read more about Appalachian State University tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 5% of special education bachelor’s degrees went to men and 95% went to women.
The majority of special education bachelor’s degree graduates at Appalachian State University were White. Approximately 95% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Appalachian State University with a bachelor’s in special education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 21 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Appalachian State University granted 22 bachelor’s completions in education/teaching of individuals with specific learning disabilities in the most recent reporting year — 95% to women and 5% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (95%).
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Appalachian State University. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Special Education | 15 |
| Graduate Certificate Degrees in Special Education | 40 |
