Special Education at California State University-Fresno
If you plan to study Special Education, take a look at what California State University-Fresno. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Fresno sits in Fresno, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 29 special education graduations were recorded at California State University-Fresno.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Fresno
Many students take online classes at California State University-Fresno. Among 24,427 students, 855 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,004 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at California State University-Fresno
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Fresno’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #12 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #12 of 486 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #20 of 74 |
| Best Value | California | #22 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #40 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from California State University-Fresno
Those who finish California State University-Fresno’s Special Education program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $63,005 |
| 3 years | $66,209 |
| 4 years | $73,932 |
| 5 years | $80,228 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Special Education graduates from California State University-Fresno earn a median of $73,932, compared with $61,604 for all California State University-Fresno graduates — about 20% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Special Education graduates at California State University-Fresno, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at California State University-Fresno are 90% women (26) and 10% men (3).
Special Education Master’s Program at California State University-Fresno
Of the 29 master’s special education graduates at California State University-Fresno, 90% were women (26) and 10% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fresno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 72% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fresno, higher than the national average of 33%.*
*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 California State University-Fresno
This Special Education program at California State University-Fresno breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 24 |
| Teaching for the Deaf | 5 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at California State University-Fresno go on to a range of careers. Here are 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.