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Special Education in Florida

Special Education Schools in Florida

Jobs for Special Education Grads in Florida

20,280 people in the state and 438,110 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Special Ed.

Special Education Jobs Nationwide vs. FL

Wages for Special Education Jobs in Florida

Special Ed grads earn an average of $60,250 in the state and $73,290 nationwide.

Special Education Wages Nationwide vs. FL

Our data covers 7 colleges in Florida offering Special Ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $53,046 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 57%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 88%.

#2

University of Florida

Gainesville

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $48,898 a year. About 24% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $41,960 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 40% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $36,815 in their first year after graduation. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $2,838 a year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $40,919 in their first year after graduation. About 59% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.

#6

Broward College

Fort Lauderdale

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $38,818 a year. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $2,830 a year.

#7

Nova Southeastern University

Fort Lauderdale

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $66,811 a year. The school admits about 73% of applicants. 76% of full-time students return after their first year.

Special Education Careers in FL

Some of the careers Special Ed majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Education Teachers, Postsecondary $98,329
Special Education Teachers, All Other $86,208
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten $73,597
Adapted Physical Education Specialists $77,976
Special Education Teachers, Middle School $80,694
Special Education Teachers, Preschool $35,173
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School $79,680
Special Education Teachers, Elementary School $50,045
Teaching Assistants, Special Education $96,801
Interpreters and Translators $52,627

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Special Ed.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Teacher Education Grade Specific 108,054
Educational Administration 42,255
Teacher Education Subject Specific 39,881
General Education 27,481
Curriculum & Instruction 21,331
Student Counseling 13,714
Instructional Media Design 8,879
Educational Assessment 5,695

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