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Special Education Schools in Indiana

2,324 students earned Special Ed degrees in Indiana in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Special Education is the 6th most popular major in the state out of a total 300 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Special Education Majors in Indiana

Special Ed majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,595
Post-Master’s Certificate 447
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 447
Bachelor’s Degree 238
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 38
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 38
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 38
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 4
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 2
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 2
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 2

Gender Distribution

In Indiana, a special ed major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of special ed majors in Indiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.2%
  • Black or African American: 5.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.5%
  • White: 73.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.1%
  • Other Races: 4.6%
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Jobs for Special Education Grads in Indiana

In this state, there are 7,510 people employed in jobs related to a special ed degree, compared to 532,840 nationwide.

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Wages for Special Education Jobs in Indiana

In this state, special ed grads earn an average of $50,140. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

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There are 11 colleges in Indiana that offer special ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

1,863 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
21,597 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $40,356 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.23 years. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

139 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,112 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 36%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1.

38 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
43,064 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,619. Most students complete their degree in 4.18 years. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
2,271 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $18,389. Graduates earn an average $41,658 after graduation. 100% of students get financical aid.

#5

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College

Saint Mary of the Woods
29 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
1,099 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $33,202 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 30% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $15,585.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
46,655 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.34 years to graduate. The full-time teacher rate is 96%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $54,717 a year.

#6

Marian University

Indianapolis
27 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
3,706 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,266.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
1,901 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,747 after earning their degree at this institution. The average student takes 4.02 years to complete their degree at Grace College. 21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,944 Total Students

The 5.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $18,904. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
3,108 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $21,204. 100% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
10,203 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.45 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,481. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

Special Education Careers in IN

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title IN Job Growth IN Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 16% $40,040
Special Education Preschool Teachers 11% $45,180
Special Education Teachers 8% $37,620
Special Education Professors 6% $51,480
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 6% $50,900
Middle School Special Education Teachers 6% $49,180

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to special ed.

Major Annual Graduates in IN
Teacher Education Grade Specific 2,710
Educational Administration 2,252
Teacher Education Subject Specific 1,703
Curriculum & Instruction 871
General Education 502
Instructional Media Design 388
Multilingual Education 364
Student Counseling 316

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