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Special Education in Arkansas

Special Education Schools in Arkansas

Jobs for Special Education Grads in Arkansas

3,150 people in the state and 438,110 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Special Ed.

Special Education Jobs Nationwide vs. AR

Wages for Special Education Jobs in Arkansas

A typical salary for a Special Ed grad in the state is $54,256, compared to a typical salary of $73,290 nationwide.

Special Education Wages Nationwide vs. AR

Our data covers 4 colleges in Arkansas offering Special Ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Arkansas Tech University

Russellville

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $40,548 after earning their degree at this institution. About 96% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 71%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $45,510 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 70%, getting in takes some planning. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $36,411 in their first year after graduation. About 82% of those who apply are admitted. 59% of full-time students return after their first year.

#4

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville

Graduates earn a median salary of $47,767 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 72%, getting in takes some planning. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.

Special Education Careers in AR

Some of the careers Special Ed majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Education Teachers, Postsecondary $98,329
Special Education Teachers, All Other $86,208
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten $73,597
Adapted Physical Education Specialists $77,976
Special Education Teachers, Middle School $80,694
Special Education Teachers, Preschool $35,173
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School $79,680
Special Education Teachers, Elementary School $50,045
Teaching Assistants, Special Education $96,801
Interpreters and Translators $52,627

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Special Ed.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Teacher Education Grade Specific 108,054
Educational Administration 42,255
Teacher Education Subject Specific 39,881
General Education 27,481
Curriculum & Instruction 21,331
Student Counseling 13,714
Instructional Media Design 8,879
Educational Assessment 5,695

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