Special Education at Spring Arbor University
If you plan to study Special Education, consider the program at Spring Arbor University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Spring Arbor University is in Spring Arbor, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 41 special education degrees were granted at Spring Arbor University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Spring Arbor University
Distance learning is available at Spring Arbor University. Of 2,441 students, 1,506 (62%) studied exclusively online and 330 (14%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at Spring Arbor University
These rankings give you a sense of how Spring Arbor University’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 12 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #58 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #59 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #362 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #415 of 491 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 12 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #58 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #59 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #362 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #415 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from Spring Arbor University
Graduates of Spring Arbor 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 | $35,362 |
| 2 years | $36,848 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Special Education graduates from Spring Arbor University stands at $29,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Special Education graduates at Spring Arbor University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Special Education graduates at Spring Arbor University are 93% women (38) and 7% men (3).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at Spring Arbor University
Of the 4 bachelor’s special education graduates at Spring Arbor University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Spring Arbor University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Spring Arbor University, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at Spring Arbor University
Of the 37 master’s special education graduates at Spring Arbor University, 95% were women (35) and 5% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Spring Arbor University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 5% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at Spring Arbor University, 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 Spring Arbor University
The Special Education program at Spring Arbor University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teaching for Learning Disabilities | 1 |
| Teaching for Autism | 5 |
| Teaching for Brain Injuries | 31 |
| Elementary Special Education | 1 |
| Secondary Special Education | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at Spring Arbor University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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.
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