by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how FGCU ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at FGCU was ranked #317 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #11 in Florida.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Florida Gulf Coast University handed out 6 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is a decrease of 57% over the previous year when 14 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 14 students received their master’s degree in special ed from FGCU. This makes it the #283 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of special ed students who receive their bachelor's degree at FGCU is $43,114. This is higher than $38,748, which is the national median for all special ed bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at FGCU, special ed students borrow a median amount of $22,931 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all special ed bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $26,700.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Florida Gulf Coast University.
The special ed program at FGCU awarded 6 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 33% of these degrees went to men with the other 67% going to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at FGCU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 83% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a bachelor's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
For the most recent academic year available, 14% of special ed master's degrees went to men and 86% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 64% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 81 |
| General Education | 49 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 38 |
| Student Counseling | 37 |
| Educational Administration | 17 |
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