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Special Education Schools in Arizona

In <nil>, 4,034 students earned their Special Ed degrees in AZ.

In terms of popularity, Special Education is the 2nd most popular major in the state out of a total 15 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Special Education Majors in Arizona

Special Ed majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 3,052
Bachelor’s Degree 824
Post-Master’s Certificate 81
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 81
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 40
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 40
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 29
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5
Associate Degree 3

Gender Distribution

In Arizona, a special ed major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of special ed majors in Arizona is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.4%
  • Black or African American: 12.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 19.9%
  • White: 54.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.2%
  • Other Races: 9.0%
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Jobs for Special Education Grads in Arizona

There are 10,390 people in the state and 532,840 people in the nation working in special ed jobs.

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Wages for Special Education Jobs in Arizona

Special Ed grads earn an average of $44,590 in the state and $62,500 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Arizona that offer special ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

2,095 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
103,072 Total Students

In their early career, Grand Canyon University grads earn an average salary of $37,384. Most students complete their degree in 4.18 years. The 1.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

1,280 Degrees in Major Awarded
22% Graduation Rate
57,848 Total Students

The 1.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, ASU - Skysong grads earn an average salary of $49,895. The full-time teacher rate is 66%.

181 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
28,711 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1. 65% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.33 years to graduate.

144 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
77,881 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 72%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 92% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $49,895 after graduation.

111 Degrees in Major Awarded
10% Graduation Rate
85,836 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 92 to 1. An average student at UOPX - Arizona will pay a net price of $13,365. In their early career, UOPX - Arizona grads earn an average salary of $31,665.

110 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
48,274 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 76%. It takes the average student 4.32 years to graduate.

#7

Prescott College

Prescott
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
1,047 Total Students

The 1.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. 36% of the teachers are full time. An average student at Prescot College will pay a net price of $14,226.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
938 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%. In their early career, Ottawa University - Phoenix grads earn an average salary of $45,136.

#9

Dine College

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,315 Total Students

69% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $23,014 after graduation. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
972 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. In their early career, Ottawa University - Surprise grads earn an average salary of $45,136. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Special Education Careers in AZ

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title AZ Job Growth AZ Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 32% $40,280
Special Education Teachers 27% $48,320
Special Education Preschool Teachers 13% $42,930
Special Education Professors 10% $47,990
Middle School Special Education Teachers 10% $43,620
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 9% $44,660

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to special ed.

Major Annual Graduates in AZ
Teacher Education Grade Specific 6,189
Educational Administration 2,028
Teacher Education Subject Specific 1,553
General Education 859
Curriculum & Instruction 561
Teaching English or French 295
Instructional Media Design 272
Student Counseling 211

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