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, and more. Also, learn how GVSU ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at GVSU was ranked #262 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #9 in Michigan.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Grand Valley State University handed out 56 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is an increase of 2% over the previous year when 55 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 21 students received their master’s degree in special ed from GVSU. This makes it the #220 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
Graduates of the master's special ed program at GVSU make a median salary of $49,842. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all special ed graduates with a master's is $48,941.
While getting their bachelor's degree at GVSU, special ed students borrow a median amount of $30,350 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $26,700 for all special ed majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the special ed program at GVSU is $345 per month.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Grand Valley State University.
The special ed program at GVSU awarded 56 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 9% of these degrees went to men with the other 91% going to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 93% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Grand Valley State University with a bachelor's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 52 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
The special ed program at GVSU awarded 21 master's degrees in 2020-2021. About 19% of these degrees went to men with the other 81% going to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 95% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Grand Valley State University with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 20 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Education | 239 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 99 |
| Educational Administration | 89 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 67 |
| Student Counseling | 16 |
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