Special Education at Minot State University
If you plan to study Special Education, consider the program at Minot State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Minot State University is located in Minot, ND.
During the most recent reporting year, 52 special education degrees were awarded at Minot State University.
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Studying Online at Minot State University
Many students take online classes at Minot State University. Among 2,751 students, 643 (23%) studied exclusively online and 1,132 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Minot State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Minot State University’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Dakota | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | North Dakota | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #10 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #112 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 491 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Dakota | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | North Dakota | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #10 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #112 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 491 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Special Education graduates at Minot State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Special Education graduates at Minot State University are 94% women (49) and 6% men (3).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Minot State University
Among the 31 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at Minot State University, 94% were women (29) and 6% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Minot State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 13% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Minot State University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Minot State University
Among the 17 master’s special education graduates at Minot State University, 94% were women (16) and 6% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Minot State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 18% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Minot State University, lower 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 Minot State University
The Special Education program at Minot State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 45 |
| Teaching for Mental Retardation | 1 |
| Other Special Education & Teaching | 6 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Graduates of the Special Education program at Minot State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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.