Special Education at Eastern Washington University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, you may want to check out the program at Eastern Washington University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Eastern Washington University is in Cheney, WA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 20 special education degrees were awarded at Eastern Washington University.
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Online Class Availability at Eastern Washington University
Distance learning is available at Eastern Washington University. Of 10,492 students, 3,572 (34%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,080 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Eastern Washington University
Use these rankings to compare Eastern Washington University’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #32 of 76 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #50 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #118 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 491 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #32 of 76 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #50 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #118 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Eastern Washington University
Students who complete Eastern Washington University’s Special Education program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,502 |
| 2 years | $42,682 |
| 3 years | $48,133 |
| 4 years | $54,887 |
| 5 years | $58,104 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Special Education graduates from Eastern Washington University take home a median $54,887, compared with $55,679 for all Eastern Washington University graduates — about 1% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Special Education graduates from Eastern Washington University stands at $23,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Special Education graduates at Eastern Washington University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at Eastern Washington University are 80% women (16) and 20% men (4).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Washington University
Among the 7 bachelor’s special education graduates at Eastern Washington University, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Special Education Concentrations at Eastern Washington University
This Special Education program at Eastern Washington University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Eastern Washington University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Special Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Special Education Teachers, All Other | $86,208 |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle School | $80,694 |
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | $79,680 |
| Adapted Physical Education Specialists | $77,976 |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten | $73,597 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $52,627 |
| Special Education Teachers, Elementary School | $50,045 |
| Special Education Teachers, Preschool | $35,173 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.