Special Education at Morehead State University
If you are interested in studying Special Education, take a look at what Morehead State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Morehead State University is in Morehead, KY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 21 special education graduations were recorded at Morehead State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Morehead State University
Online coursework is an option at Morehead State University. Of 8,791 students, 1,107 (13%) studied exclusively online and 3,391 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Morehead State University
Use these rankings to compare Morehead State University’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #89 of 96 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #466 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Morehead State University
Graduates of Morehead State University’s Special Education program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,308 |
| 2 years | $32,747 |
| 3 years | $32,854 |
| 4 years | $36,125 |
| 5 years | $40,027 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Special Education graduates from Morehead State University earn a median of $36,125, compared with $45,141 for all Morehead State University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Special Education graduates from Morehead State University is $26,878.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Special Education graduates at Morehead State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at Morehead State University are 86% women (18) and 14% men (3).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Morehead State University
Of the 19 bachelor’s special education graduates at Morehead State University, 84% were women (16) and 16% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Morehead State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 5% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Morehead State University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Morehead State University
Among the 2 master’s special education graduates at Morehead State University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Morehead State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*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 Morehead State University
This Special Education program at Morehead State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 21 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Morehead State University work across a variety of fields. 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.