Overview

The Special Education - Gifted program from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette provides a variety of experiences to support graduates in gaining an understanding of the unique needs of gifted and talented students.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of UL Lafayette’s M.Ed. in Special Education: Gifted program can pursue different careers in a variety of fields, including:

PK-12 School Teachers

Higher Education Faculty or Staff

School or District Administrators

Instructional Specialist or Instructional Coordinators

Child Care Providers

Staff in Education Related Organizations

Tutors

Trainers

Curriculum Developers or Instructional Designers

Instructional Materials Sales Representatives

Programme Structure

What you'll gain:

Graduates are certified from the Louisiana Department of Education to teach the academically gifted at the level(s) and in the subject(s) for which they hold regular certification, as well as in enrichment programs or classes at all levels.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lafayette, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

have (or soon have) a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from a regionally accredited university. Learn more about how to provide proof of degree.

demonstrate English language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) if you are an international applicant. Learn more about who is required to demonstrate English language proficiency.

provide additional application materials (including GRE/GMAT) depending on the degree program to which you're applying.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25576 USD / year

≈ 25576 USD / year
Out-of-State

23912 USD / year

≈ 23912 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10184 USD / year

≈ 10184 USD / year

Living costs

Lafayette

United States

925 - 1320 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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