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Special Education in Virginia

Special Education Schools in Virginia

Jobs for Special Education Grads in Virginia

14,320 people in the state and 438,110 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Special Ed.

Special Education Jobs Nationwide vs. VA

Wages for Special Education Jobs in Virginia

In this state, Special Ed grads earn an average of $74,113. Nationwide, they make an average of $73,290.

Special Education Wages Nationwide vs. VA

There are 4 colleges in Virginia that offer Special Ed degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Liberty University

Lynchburg

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $44,414 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 99%, getting in takes some planning. 79% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $55,366 after earning their degree at this institution. About 89% of those who apply are admitted. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $46,400 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 91%, getting in takes some planning. 76% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $42,002 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 91% of applicants. 73% of full-time students return after their first year.

Special Education Careers in VA

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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