Overview

Drake University’s Master of Science in Special Education (MSE) is specifically designed for those who are currently teaching and seeking a graduate degree. Our interactive, collaborative classes are designed for those currently teaching and are looking for additional strategies to help meet the needs of their students.

Highlights

Convenient Scheduling: Designed for working professionals, with night and weekend classes.

Professional Development Opportunities: Attend and present at the Midwest Symposium for Leadership in Behavioral Disorders Conference.

Personalized Instruction: Experienced, top-notch faculty lead courses with applicable and innovative curriculum.

Ideal Location: Drake has connections to urban, rural, suburban, public and private schools, so that you can gain the type of experience you need to have the teaching career you desire.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Assessment, Diagnosis, and Evaluation

Methods and Strategies for Exceptional Learners

Characteristics of Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Curriculum and Methods for Students with Moderate and Severe Intellectual Disabilities

Evidence-based Interventions in Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities

Characteristics and Assessment of Children with Diverse Needs

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-24 00:00:00

More details

Applications are reviewed on an on-going basis. It is requested that all materials be submitted approximately 8 weeks prior to the beginning.

Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

32-36

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Des Moines, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application for Admission

Résumé or Curriculum Vitae

Personal Statement

Letters of Recommendation

Official Transcripts

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

8560 USD / year

≈ 8560 USD / year
Out-of-State

8560 USD / year

≈ 8560 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8560 USD / year

≈ 8560 USD / year

Living costs

Des Moines

United States

973 - 1510 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Highlights

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Des Moines

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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