Special Education at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
If you are interested in studying Special Education, take a look at what University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh sits in Oshkosh, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 46 special education degrees were awarded at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Online coursework is an option at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Among 12,953 students, 1,393 (11%) studied exclusively online and 3,855 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Special Education Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Rankings can help you compare University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s Special Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #8 of 11 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #18 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #40 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #187 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #299 of 491 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #8 of 11 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #18 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #40 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #187 of 486 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #299 of 491 |
Earnings for Special Education Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s Special Education program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,725 |
| 2 years | $41,069 |
| 3 years | $40,536 |
| 4 years | $43,211 |
| 5 years | $46,734 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Special Education graduates from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh earn a median of $43,211, compared with $58,292 for all University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Special Education graduates from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Special Education graduates at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Special Education graduates at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh are 93% women (43) and 7% men (3).
Special Education Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Among the 41 bachelor’s special education degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, 93% were women (38) and 7% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
Minority students account for 10% of Special Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Special Education Master’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Of the 3 master’s special education degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Special Education master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
*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 Wisconsin-Oshkosh
The Special Education program at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Special Education | 46 |
Top-Paying Careers for Special Education Graduates
Those who complete Special Education program at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh pursue many career paths. Below 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.