by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at EIU. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #9 out of 11 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, EIU as a strong choice for special education, placing at #244 out of 463 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Special Education Schools | 244 of 463 |
| Best Special Education Schools in Illinois | 15 of 17 |
| Best Special Education Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 29 of 69 |
Here is each degree level granted in special education at EIU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 20 |
| Master’s | 13 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Eastern Illinois University handed out 20 bachelor’s degrees in special education.
EIU holds a strong position among schools offering special education at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #9 out of 11 schools by College Factual.
Special Education graduates with a bachelor’s degree from EIU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $41,887 a year. This is lower than $54,001, the median for all majors at EIU.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at EIU, special education students borrow a median amount of $26,046 in student loans. This is higher than $24,225, the typical median for all majors at EIU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,472 | $12,330 |
| Fees | $3,529 | $3,529 |
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Among recent graduates, 5% of special education bachelor’s degrees went to men and 95% went to women.
The majority of special education bachelor’s degree graduates at EIU were White. About 85% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a bachelor’s in special education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
EIU conferred 20 bachelor’s degrees in special education and teaching, general in the latest year of data — 95% to women and 5% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (85%).
Graduate study is also available at EIU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Special Education | 13 |
