by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how KU ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at KU was ranked #78 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list.
In 2022, 97 students received their master’s degree in special ed from KU. This makes it the #37 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at KU paid an average of $944 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $353 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,596 | $28,308 |
| Fees | $1,104 | $1,104 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,224 | $1,224 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $10,818 | $10,818 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,390 | $3,390 |
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Online degrees for the KU special ed bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the KU Online Learning page.
Special Ed majors graduating with a master's degree from KU make a median salary of $58,196 a year. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all special ed graduates with a master's is $56,864.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 73 special ed majors earned their master's degree from KU. Of these graduates, 8% were men and 92% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 82% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Kansas with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 60 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at University of Kansas.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 123 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 116 |
| Educational Administration | 104 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 70 |
| Teaching English or French | 15 |
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