Special Education Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Special Education Grads in Illinois
There are 22,750 people in the state and 438,110 people in the nation working in Special Ed jobs.
Wages for Special Education Jobs in Illinois
Special Ed grads earn an average of $73,147 in the state and $73,290 nationwide.
Most Popular Special Education Programs in IL
There are 8 colleges in Illinois that offer Special Ed degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 8 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $46,159 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 89% of applicants. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,902 after earning their degree at this institution. About 70% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 70%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,217 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 93%, getting in takes some planning. 56% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $49,355 a year. The school admits about 73% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,487 after earning their degree at this institution. About 70% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 61%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $53,513 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 44%, getting in takes some planning. 94% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,990 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 74%, getting in takes some planning. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $48,282 a year. The school admits about 67% of applicants. 68% of full-time students return after their first year.
Special Education Careers in IL
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 |
Related Majors in Illinois
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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