Special Education

University of Cincinnati

United States of America, Cincinnati

University Rank:#721

Duration1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 1,333 / credit

Next IntakeAugust 21, 2026

Special Education

About

Why pursue a Master of Education in Special Education?

Our online Master of Education in Special Education prepares our students to provide direct and indirect services for individuals with disabilities. Our graduates become leaders by working with many populations, which include K-12 education, rehabilitation for occupational development and daily independence, community-based case management, disability advocacy, school and individualized consultation services and various other services related to individuals with disabilities and their families. Our special education degree is 100% online, and prepares our students to have a sense of community awareness and ecologically-based service delivery to enhance and better the lives of all individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

For our graduate programs, we welcome applications from students who hold a bachelor's degree (or higher) from a college or university accredited by a regional or general accrediting agency, and have at least a B average in undergraduate course work (or otherwise give evidence of promise that is judged satisfactory by the admitting program).

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Career

In general, graduates of the special education masters degree program work as intervention specialists (teachers) in various K-12 education settings, including schools, hospitals, vocational training facilities and other institutions providing educational services for individuals with disabilities. Some graduates of the special education program work as advocates and/or case managers for social agencies.

Fee Information

Application Fee 70

How to Apply

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Special Education

University of Cincinnati

United States of America, Cincinnati