Special Education at Southwest Minnesota State University
If you are interested in studying Special Education, you may want to check out the program at Southwest Minnesota State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southwest Minnesota State University is in Marshall, MN.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 28 special education degrees were awarded at Southwest Minnesota State University.
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Studying Online at Southwest Minnesota State University
Many students take online classes at Southwest Minnesota State University. Of 8,214 students, 1,293 (16%) studied exclusively online and 730 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Southwest Minnesota State University
Rankings can help you compare Southwest Minnesota State University’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #15 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #37 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #219 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #439 of 491 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #15 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #37 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #219 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #439 of 491 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Special Education graduates from Southwest Minnesota State University stands at $30,542.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Special Education graduates at Southwest Minnesota State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at Southwest Minnesota State University are 96% women (27) and 4% men (1).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Southwest Minnesota State University
Among the 22 bachelor’s special education graduates at Southwest Minnesota State University, 95% were women (21) and 5% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Southwest Minnesota State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Southwest Minnesota State University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Southwest Minnesota State University
Of the 6 master’s special education degrees awarded at Southwest Minnesota State University, 100% were women (6) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Southwest Minnesota State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
*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 Southwest Minnesota State University
The Special Education program at Southwest Minnesota State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 23 |
| Early Childhood Special Education | 5 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at Southwest Minnesota State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.