Special Education at University of South Alabama
What traits are you looking for in a school for Special Education, you may want to check out the program at University of South Alabama. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Alabama is located in Mobile, AL.
During the most recent reporting year, 17 special education graduations were recorded at University of South Alabama.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of South Alabama
Online coursework is an option at University of South Alabama. Among 14,003 students, 3,884 (28%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,771 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at University of South Alabama
Use these rankings to compare University of South Alabama’s Special Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #51 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #77 of 96 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #233 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #427 of 491 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #51 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #77 of 96 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #233 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #427 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from University of South Alabama
Those who finish University of South Alabama’s Special Education program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,026 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Special Education graduates at University of South Alabama, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at University of South Alabama are 88% women (15) and 12% men (2).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at University of South Alabama
Among the 1 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at University of South Alabama, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
Special Education Master’s Program at University of South Alabama
Among the 16 master’s special education degrees awarded at University of South Alabama, 88% were women (14) and 12% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of South Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of South Alabama, 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 University of South Alabama
This Special Education program at University of South Alabama offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 17 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Students who finish Special Education program at University of South Alabama pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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.