Overview

The mission of teacher education program at Southwest Minnesota State University is tocreate inclusive communities of practice where each learner is an active participant in the investigation of learning, teaching and leadership processes.

Teachers and learners will engage in educational theory, research, inquiry, critical reflection, and application in pursuit of excellence in a culturally responsive education.

Features

The Master of Science in Special Education program has emphasis areas in:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Academic Behavioral Strategist (ABS)
Developmental Disabilities (DD/DCD)
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Emotional Behavioral Disabilities (EBD)
Learning Disabilities (LD/SLD)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Assessment & Educational Planning & Lab
Curriculum Design & Implementation in Special Education
Positive Behavior Support in Special Education
Collaboration in Educational Settings
Procedural Safeguards in Special Education
Autism Spectrum Disorders: Issues & Needs

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

34 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Marshall, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students must have earned a bachelor’s degree and hold a valid teacher’s license prior to admission to the graduate program.
Online Application
$30 (Non-Refundable) Application Fee
Official transcript from an accredited college or university stating a Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) has been completed. If you attended a Minnesota State College or University, SMSU should be able to view your transcript without you having to request one to be sent.
International students: please submit an evaluation of your transcripts so the university can receive a calculation of your GPA.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6434 USD / year

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Out-of-State

6434 USD / year

≈ 6434 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

6434 USD / year

≈ 6434 USD / year

Funding

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