Special Education at Minnesota State University-Mankato
If you are interested in studying Special Education, you may want to check out the program at Minnesota State University-Mankato. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Minnesota State University-Mankato is in Mankato, MN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 88 special education degrees were granted at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
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Studying Online at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Distance learning is available at Minnesota State University-Mankato. Of 15,271 students, 2,748 (18%) studied exclusively online and 6,992 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Rankings can help you compare Minnesota State University-Mankato’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #8 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #18 of 47 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #29 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #235 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #303 of 486 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #8 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #18 of 47 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #29 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #235 of 491 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #303 of 486 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato
Graduates of Minnesota State University-Mankato’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 | $46,895 |
| 2 years | $39,909 |
| 3 years | $44,165 |
| 4 years | $51,297 |
| 5 years | $51,346 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Special Education graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato report median earnings of $51,297, compared with $60,580 for all Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Special Education graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Special Education graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato are 91% women (80) and 9% men (8).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Among the 33 bachelor’s special education graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, 88% were women (29) and 12% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 24% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Among the 40 master’s special education graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, 90% were women (36) and 10% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 8% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato, below 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 Minnesota State University-Mankato
The Special Education program at Minnesota State University-Mankato breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 79 |
| Teaching for Emotional Disturbances | 2 |
| Teaching for Learning Disabilities | 3 |
| Teaching for Autism | 2 |
| Early Childhood Special Education | 2 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at Minnesota State University-Mankato pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Special Education majors, 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.
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