by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. In addition, we cover how SIUC ranks in comparison to other schools with special ed programs.
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The bachelor's program at SIUC was ranked #92 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #5 in Illinois.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Southern Illinois University Carbondale handed out 26 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is an increase of 63% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at SIUC, special ed students borrow a median amount of $22,875 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 Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Of the 26 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Special Education from SIUC in 2020-2021, 19% were men and 81% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 69% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a bachelor's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 191 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 71 |
| Educational Administration | 21 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 15 |
| Teaching English or French | 8 |
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