Overview

Graduates from the Autism and Developmental Disabilities MA/MEd program from University of Texas at Austin are qualified for several careers in the field of special education. Our alumni are employed as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapists, special education teachers, professors in universities, behavioral consultants, and director-level administrators.

Graduates with Autism and Developmental Disabilities from University of Texas at Austin will gain foundation in:

education and treatment of individuals with A&DD,

use of scientist-practitioner methods,

development of research skills so that graduates can contribute new knowledge on assessment and treatment practices,

competent, ethical, and multicultural practice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cultural & Linguistic Diversity

Teaching Individuals with Autism & Development Disabilities

Professional & Ethical Practice

Challenging Behavior & Developmental Disabilities

Communication Intervention

Severe & Multiple Disabilities

Professional Development in ABA

Positive Behavior Supports and Classroom Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 alternative credits

M.Ed. - 36 credits

M.Ed. with Report - 45 credits

M.A. - 54 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Education Communication Studies Special Education View 920 other Masters in Special Education in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in the U.S. or proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution if applying for the master’s program

A satisfactory grade-point average (GPA), particularly during the last two years of college and in any graduate study previously undertaken. The minimum required GPA for the Graduate School is 3.0.

Official Test Scores GRE required of all applicants.

Adequate Preparation Your records must reflect adequate subject preparation for your proposed graduate major.

Transcripts

Letters of Recommendation

Statement of Purpose

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Official TOEFL/IELTS Scores (International Applicants Only)

Tuition Fee

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International

18032 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9016 USD per semester during 24 months.
National

18032 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9016 USD per semester during 24 months.
In-State

9274 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4637 USD per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Austin

1243 - 2304 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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