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. We've also included details on how NKU ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at NKU was ranked #420 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #8 in Kentucky.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Northern Kentucky University handed out 8 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is a decrease of 47% over the previous year when 15 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of special ed students who receive their bachelor's degree at NKU is $35,569. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $38,748 for all special ed students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at NKU, special ed students borrow a median amount of $30,750 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $26,700 for all special ed majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Northern Kentucky University.
All of the 8 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in special ed from NKU in 2021 were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at NKU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 100% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Kentucky 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 | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 162 |
| Educational Administration | 32 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 11 |
| Student Counseling | 8 |
| General Education | 5 |
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