Overview

About this Degree

It focuses on analysis and interpretations of policy as related to curriculum, pedagogy and methodology. Specific emphasis is offered in the areas of Early Childhood Special Education, Collaborative-Consultation, Mild/Moderate Disabilities, and Moderate/Severe Disabilities.

The Master of Science in Special Education programme at California State University Fullerton is designed to help career special educators upgrade their skills, become informed about new ideas in special education, and prepare for curriculum leadership roles in public and private schools and settings.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods and Statistics
Positive Behavior Support
Bilingual/Multicultural Special Education: Assessment, Curriculum and Instruction
Issues and Trends in Special Education
Preschool Assessment and Intervention
Assessment in Special Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fullerton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

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Confidential University Faculty Recommendations,
Upload Certificate of Clearance (2 parts) - Live Scan and Online Application OR a Valid Teaching Credential to the Cal State Apply application.
3.0 GPA in the last 60 units. The application review process allows us to consider experiences, attributes and other academic metrics as well as the value an applicant would contribute to learning and teaching. If you do not currently meet the minimum GPA requirements, we still encourage you to submit an application.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16128 USD / year

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Out-of-State

16128 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

16128 USD / year

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Living costs

Fullerton

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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Overview

About this Degree

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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