by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including rankings, popularity, diversity, and earnings. Also, learn how SCSU compares to other colleges that offer special education.
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SCSU is a solid choice among schools offering special education. In particular, it placed #151 out of 491 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #4 in Connecticut.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Value Special Education Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Connecticut | 2 |
| Best Value Special Education Master’s Degree Schools in Connecticut | 2 |
| Best Value Special Education Schools in Connecticut | 2 |
| College Major Best Value | 2 |
| College Major Best Value | 2 |
| Best Special Education Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Connecticut | 4 |
| Best Special Education Master’s Degree Schools in Connecticut | 4 |
| Best Special Education Schools in Connecticut | 4 |
| College Major Top Ranked | 4 |
| College Major Top Ranked | 4 |
| Best Special Education Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the New England Region | 15 |
| Best Special Education Master’s Degree Schools in the New England Region | 15 |
During the most recent reporting year, Southern Connecticut State University awarded 33 bachelor’s degrees in special education.
Special Education graduates with a bachelor’s degree from SCSU earn a median of $52,604 a year. This is below $57,907, the median for all majors at SCSU.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at SCSU, special education graduates take on a median debt of $27,000 in student loans. This is above $24,660, the typical median for all majors at SCSU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,162 | $10,498 |
| Fees | $6,444 | $6,444 |
Read more about SCSU tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 15% of special education bachelor’s degrees went to men and 85% went to women.
The largest share of special education bachelor’s degree graduates at SCSU were White. Roughly 88% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a bachelor’s in special education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 29 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
In the most recent graduating class, 28% of special education master’s degrees went to men and 72% went to women.
The largest share of special education master’s degree graduates at SCSU are White. Roughly 67% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a master’s in special education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special education majors at Southern Connecticut State University.
The special education program at SCSU breaks down into the following more specific areas of study:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 57 |
SCSU conferred 57 completions in special education and teaching, general in the most recent reporting year — 82% to women and 18% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (81%).