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Special Education Schools in District of Columbia

89 Special Ed students earned their degrees in the state in <nil>.

In this state, Special Education is the 3rd most popular major out of a total 13 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Special Education Majors in District of Columbia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 70
Post-Master’s Certificate 7
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 7
Bachelor’s Degree 5

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.6%
  • Black or African American: 24.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.2%
  • White: 37.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.0%
  • Other Races: 12.4%
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Jobs for Special Education Grads in District of Columbia

1,960 people in the state and 532,840 in the nation are employed in jobs related to special ed.

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Wages for Special Education Jobs in District of Columbia

Special Ed grads earn an average of $73,240 in the state and $62,500 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in District of Columbia that offer special ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

62 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
26,457 Total Students

The 0.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private school has an average net price of $26,272. In their early career, GWU grads earn an average salary of $66,229.

#2

Gallaudet University

Washington
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
1,433 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years. In their early career, Gallaudet grads earn an average salary of $31,467.

#3

American University

Washington
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
14,852 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%. Graduates earn an average $60,487 after graduation. The full-time teacher rate is 54%.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
38% Graduation Rate
1,862 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.76 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The 4.00% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#5

Howard University

Washington
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
12,065 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $45,837. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.23 years.

Special Education Careers in DC

Some of the careers special ed majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Middle School Special Education Teachers 19% $0
Special Education Professors 16% $71,550
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 16% $78,050
Special Education Teachers 14% $62,390
Interpreters and Translators 12% $98,850

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

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Educational Administration 355
Teacher Education Grade Specific 139
General Education 79
Teaching English or French 46
International Education 45
Student Counseling 43
Other Education 33
Curriculum & Instruction 30

View all majors related to Special Education

View Nationwide Special Education Report

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