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, average starting salaries, and more. In addition, we cover how UCO ranks in comparison to other schools with special ed programs.
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The bachelor's program at UCO was ranked #445 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #4 in Oklahoma.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Central Oklahoma handed out 9 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is a decrease of 25% over the previous year when 12 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 6 students received their master’s degree in special ed from UCO. This makes it the #418 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
Special Ed majors who earn their bachelor's degree from UCO go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $42,328 a year. This is higher than $38,748, which is the national median for all special ed bachelor's degree recipients.
Special Ed majors graduating with a master's degree from UCO make a median salary of $41,594 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $48,941.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at University of Central Oklahoma.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 9 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in special ed from UCO. About 22% were men and 78% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Central Oklahoma with a bachelor's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Of the 6 students who graduated with a Master’s in special ed from UCO in 2021, 17% were men and 83% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Central Oklahoma with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 124 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 74 |
| Student Counseling | 48 |
| Teaching English or French | 34 |
| Educational Administration | 27 |
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