Overview

You’ll be part of a collaborative cohort of students exploring innovations in special education and inclusive classroom practices. You’ll also receive individualized instruction from veteran supervisors during field-based learning experiences that offer you opportunities to test your skills and knowledge in classrooms.

The Education - Special Education program from Purdue University Northwest has a singular focus on preparing expert practitioners who make a difference in students’ lives. As an MSEd student, you’ll enjoy:

Interactive, online course delivery
Options for licensed teachers, emergency teachers and career changers
Specific coursework on Autism Spectrum Disorders
Opportunities to work with faculty on projects for presentation or publication
Hands-on experience in the field
Committed professors who help you build both knowledge and connections

Outcomes

Because of the high demand for teachers who are qualified to meet the individual needs of exceptional students, our graduates are offered a broad variety of career opportunities.

This degree enables you to choose where you want to teach –whether it’s in a general education classroom, a self-contained classroom or a resource room – in school districts across the country.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Characteristics of Children with Mild Needs

Special Topics In Education (Methods of Teaching Children with Mild Needs)

Supervised Teaching Special Education – Mild Needs

Characteristics of Students with Intense Intervention Needs

Intervention Strategies for Students with Intense Intervention Needs

Supervised Teaching Special Education – Severe Needs

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-05-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2023-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-07-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-05-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Education Special Education Teaching View 818 other Masters in Special Education in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Purdue University Northwest and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for the program, please submit:

College transcripts at the bachelor’s level and beyond with a minimum 2.75 GPA
Basic skills exam scores (if applicable)
Copy of your teaching license (if applicable)
Resume
Statement of interest
Three letters of reference

If an applicant meets the above program requirements, an applicant will be invited to interview with faculty.

Tuition Fee

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International

7783 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7783 USD per year during 12 months.
National

7783 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7783 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

5295 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5295 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Hammond

1012 - 1638 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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