Special Education (MA) - Severe & Multiple Disabilities

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson

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The University of Arizona Global

United States of America , Tucson

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 85

Campuses

University of Arizona - Main - Tucson

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines22-Aug-2022

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 25,200 / year

Next Intake 22-Aug-2022

Special Education (MA) - Severe & Multiple Disabilities

About

Special Education (MA) - Severe and Multiple Disabilities

The UA College of Education MA in Special Education is designed to prepare you to teach students with severe multiple disabilities. The program emphasizes inclusive education and evidence-based best practices in teaching children and youth with severe and multiple disabilities, such as moderate to severe intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, deafblindness, and autism spectrum disorders.

Our program is accredited by the Arizona Department of Education. Students who complete the program receive the MA degree. Students who successfully complete the MA and student teaching are eligible to apply for the Severe (K-12) Special Education Teaching Certificate in the state of Arizona.

In addition to the traditional two-year MA plan or part-time study, we now provide an Accelerated Master's Program option for qualified undergraduate applicants.

Advisor: Dr. Stephanie MacFarland

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Unofficial transcripts showing a grade point average of â€œBâ€ or better (3.0 on a 4.0 scale). Unofficial transcripts of all previous college work from each college or university previously attended must be uploaded with your application. Applicants recommended for admission will be required to submit final official transcripts to the Graduate College admissions office.

A two-page personal statement describing your experience working with children or youth who have disabilities and how you expect the Mild-Moderate MA program to improve your impact with children or youth with disabilities.

If you do not hold a teaching certificate, we require evidence of experience working with children or youth with disabilities. Reference to this experience may be included in your letters of recommendation.

Three professional letters of recommendation. We prefer letters from persons who can attest to your ability to do graduate level work and interact effectively with children and youth.

An interview with a program advisor. Your interview will provide you with valuable information about the program and give you an opportunity to ask questions about the program. Your interview may be conducted in person, by phone, or via teleconferencing.

Standardized Tests

GRE scores not required

International Students Only
Minimum TOEFL: 79 (IBT) 550 (PB) or
Minimum IELTS: Composite score of 7 (no subject area below a 6)

Please review our English Proficiency Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.

Funding Opportunities

Please refer to the UA Financial Aid Office for up-to-date information about scholarships, grants, and tuition assistance at http://financialaid.arizona.edu/

You may also refer to the College of Education Scholarship page. https://www.coe.arizona.edu/scholarships

Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

Fall and Summer Admission - March 15
Spring Admission - October 1

International Applicants:

Fall December 1
Spring June 1

International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 3705 for Major

English Program Requirements

International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 25,200

Application Fee

USD 85

How to Apply

International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.