Overview

The Second Language Special Education programme from Roosevelt University prepares licensed K-12 teachers to support diverse learners and English language learners. The programme leads to two high-quality credentials: Bilingual/ESL and LBS1 endorsements.

Key facts

Master’s candidates fill an enormous need for teachers who can address the needs of students who are learning English while facing other learning and behavioral challenges.

Start this programme in any semester and complete assignments from home or at work. You can expect focused and practical assignments, flexible schedules for posting responses to readings, and field experience opportunities.

Required field experiences can be waived with evidence of current work with diverse learners.

At the heart of the master’s programme is a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion — a founding principle of Roosevelt University.

Second Language Special Education Careers

This programme prepares graduates to teach children with all areas of special education needs, except sensory impairments and communication disorders.

Graduates also can teach children who speak English as a second language.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods and Materials for Teaching ESL

Characteristics and Methods of Teaching Students with Disabilities

Linguistics for Esl Teachers

Assessment in Special Education

Characteristics and Methods of Teaching Students With Disabilities: Focus on Cognition

Characteristics and Methods of Teaching Students With Disabilities: Focus on Behavior

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National students: Rolling admission, meaning there are no specific deadlines for most programs. Some specialized programs may have specific deadlines

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Special Education Teaching View 486 other Masters in Special Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application.

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2.7 grade point average.

Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities.

No GRE required.

English Language Proficiency requirement for all students who completed a degree program outside the United States.

A valid Professional Educator License (PEL) within the State of Illinois is required.

Tuition Fee

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International

7584 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 474 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

7584 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 474 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

7584 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 474 USD per credit during 24 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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