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55 Best Master's Special Education Programs in the United States

There are 55 Master's Special Education programs in the United States, spread across 43 universities; the most common length is 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at Washington State University at Vancouver, Catholic University of America and Albany State University.

25Master's Degree
KS Kentucky State University logo
#896 in United States United States

Masters of Arts in Special Education

Kentucky State University — Kentucky State University offers an online Master of Arts in Special Education with Certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders (P-12). The program’s intent is to in...

Master's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Special Education
27Master's Degree
SM Southwest Minnesota State University logo
#899 in United States United States

Master of Science in Special Education

Southwest Minnesota State University — The Master of Science in Special Education program at Southwest Minnesota State University is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to support individuals...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
28Master's Degree
SU State University of New York at Oneonta logo
#921 in United States United States

Special Education

State University of New York at Oneonta — The Master's Degree in Special Education at SUNY Oneonta is designed to equip educators with the specialized knowledge and skills necessary to support diverse learners, p...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
29Master's Degree
MC McDaniel College logo
#966 in United States United States

Special Education

McDaniel College — Overview of the Special Education Master's DegreeThe Master's Degree in Special Education at McDaniel College is designed to equip educators with the skills and knowledge...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
31Master's Degree
NU Niagara University logo
#981 in United States United States

Master of Science in Special Education Online

Niagara University — The Master of Science in Special Education Online at Niagara University prepares teachers for policies and practices for teaching students with disabilities. Coursework e...

Master's DegreeLevel
12-18 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
FALL, SPRING, or SUMMER SEMESTERIntake
Special Education
32Master's Degree
SS Salem State University logo
#1,008 in United States Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Advanced Studies in Special Education

Salem State University — The Master of Education in Special Education, Advanced Studies at Salem State University is for developing expertise in special education without focusing on classroom in...

Master's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Special Education
33Master's Degree
UA The University of Arizona Global Campus logo
#1,054 in United States Chandler, Arizona, United States

Online MA in Special Education

The University of Arizona Global Campus — The Online MA in Special Education at The University of Arizona Global Campus is designed for educators looking to advance their skills and training in supporting student...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
34Master's Degree
GS Governors State University logo
#1,057 in United States United States

Multicategorical Special Education, M.A.

Governors State University — The Multicategorical Special Education, M.A. at Governors State University prepares students for an M.A. in Multicategorical Special Education and related endorsement opt...

Master's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Special Education
35Master's Degree
RC Ramapo College logo
#1,087 in United States United States

Special Education (4+1 BS/MA)

Ramapo College — The Special Education (4+1 BS/MA) program at Ramapo College is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support individuals with disabilities...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
36Master's Degree
MS Minot State University logo
#1,122 in United States United States

Special Education (MAT)

Minot State University — The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Special Education at Minot State University delves into the complex world of teaching students with disabilities. This program is...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
37Master's Degree
DC Daemen College logo
#1,126 in United States United States

Childhood Special Education MS

Daemen College — The Master's program in Childhood Special Education at Daemen College is designed to equip educators with the essential skills and knowledge to support children with dive...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
38Master's Degree
DC Daemen College logo
#1,126 in United States United States

Early Childhood Special Education MS

Daemen College — The Master's Degree in Early Childhood Special Education at Daemen College offers a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students to support young children with diverse...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
39Master's Degree
MU Marywood University logo
#1,147 in United States United States

Teaching Special Education PK-12

Marywood University — The Master's Degree in Teaching Special Education PK-12 at Marywood University is designed to equip educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively suppo...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
40Master's Degree
SM Saint Mary's University of Minnesota logo
#1,258 in United States United States

Special Education

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota — The Master's in Special Education at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is designed to equip educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to support students with...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
41Master's Degree
MS Montana State University - Billings logo
#1,260 in United States United States

Special Education Advanced Studies

Montana State University - Billings — Special Education Advanced Studies is a Master of Science program designed for students with an undergraduate degree in special education, a special education endorsement...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
42Master's Degree
MS Montana State University - Billings logo
#1,260 in United States United States

Special Education Generalist

Montana State University - Billings — The Master of Science in Special Education Generalist Option is designed for people with teaching degrees who have had no undergraduate training in special education and...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
43Master's Degree
GS Grambling State University logo
#1,313 in United States United States

Special Education

Grambling State University — The Master's Degree in Special Education at Grambling State University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support individuals with d...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education
44Master's Degree
BC Benedictine College logo
#1,326 in United States United States

Master of Arts in Special Education (MASE)

Benedictine College — The Master of Arts in Special Education (MASE) at Benedictine College is designed for educators who wish to deepen their understanding of special education principles and...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Special Education

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How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — Washington State University at Vancouver at #466 — so it heads the list. The rest are ordered by research impact. Washington State University at Vancouver has the largest research record in this group, with 7,838,804 citations and an h-index of 743. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

The usual length is 1–2 years and one to two years. 73% are full-time and 12 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (97% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (95% of courses with a stated intake). Southern University at New Orleans offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Master's Special Education in the United States?

Washington State University at Vancouver (QS World #466), Catholic University of America (#287 in United States) and Albany State University (#309 in United States) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's Special Education in the United States?

Of those with published fees, The University of Arizona Global Campus is the least expensive at about USD 11,960 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's Special Education course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with one to two years the next most common.

When do Master's Special Education courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 97% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's Special Education online with a university in the United States?

12 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's Special Education courses in the United States?

Southern University at New Orleans, with 4, ahead of Eastern Illinois University (3).

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