Overview
Description
Through coursework and internship experiences, students in the Special Education General Studies program of Rutgers University learn to address the instructional needs of students with mild and moderate cognitive disabilities. An 18-credit special education core is required of all students. This core develops competencies in the assessment and remediation of students with learning disabilities, collaborative teaching/consultation skills, and knowledge about New Jersey special education law.
The program does not include coursework leading to teacher certification in special education. Students with a bachelor’s degree who are interested in initial teacher certification in special education should contact the Office of Student and Academic Services.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Learning Disabilities
- Psychology of the Exceptional Child
- Identification and Assessment of Learning Disabilities
- Remediation of Learning Disabilities
- Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Instructional Decision Making in Special Education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Education Special Education Teaching View 775 other Masters in Special Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Personal statement (applicants should develop a personal statement that clearly articulates a good fit between their educational and professional development trajectory, and the program to which they are applying)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official undergraduate transcripts
Tuition Fee
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International
30900 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15450 USD per semester during 24 months. -
National
30900 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15450 USD per semester during 24 months. -
In-State
18180 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9090 USD per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for New Brunswick
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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