Overview

Each pathway offers scholarship opportunities and community-based internships supported by our nationally recognized faculty and local professionals. We work closely with students to design an individualized program plan aligned with professional interests and career goals. Courses are offered at convenient times to accommodate working professionals.

We believe that all students have worth and dignity. The University of Vermont's Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education program promotes the success of all students through inclusive education, collaboration, family-centered practice, a supports model approach to understanding disability. We focus on evidence-based practice, data-based decision making, and a strengths-based climate in which students, families, and school staff feel welcomed, respected, and supported. Students enhance their collaborative skills with families, teachers, administrators, service providers, and employers. Evening coursework is available to accommodate working professionals.

Non-Licensure Pathway

For those not seeking an initial license or added endorsement, we offer an individually-designed non-licensure pathway leading to a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education. This option is meant for licensed teachers and special educators seeking to extend their skills and knowledge, or other professionals planning to work with students who have disabilities in roles other than as a special educator (e.g., recreation, community living, or other employment).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Special Education

Community-Engaged Learning

Research

Community Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-05-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-08 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Burlington, 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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree.

Preference is given to candidates with two years of teaching and/or related experience working with people with disabilities.

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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International

53400 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1780 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

53400 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1780 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

20340 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 678 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Burlington

1269 - 1888 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Special Education.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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