Special Education at Southeastern University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, consider the program at Southeastern University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Southeastern University is located in Lakeland, FL.
During the most recent reporting year, 17 special education degrees were awarded at Southeastern University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Southeastern University
Online coursework is an option at Southeastern University. Of 11,510 students, 4,222 (37%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,408 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Southeastern University
Rankings can help you compare Southeastern University’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #13 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #15 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #93 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #96 of 96 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #457 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #489 of 491 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #13 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #15 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #93 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #96 of 96 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #457 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #489 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Southeastern University
Those who finish Southeastern 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 | $41,183 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Special Education graduates at Southeastern University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at Southeastern University are 100% women (17) and 0% men (0).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Southeastern University
Among the 2 bachelor’s special education graduates at Southeastern University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
Special Education Master’s Program at Southeastern University
Among the 10 master’s special education graduates at Southeastern University, 100% were women (10) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Southeastern 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 Southeastern University
The Special Education program at Southeastern University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 12 |
| Teaching for the Deaf | 1 |
| Teaching for Learning Disabilities | 4 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Southeastern University go on to a range of careers. Here are 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.