Here, 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 KU ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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KU was ranked #66 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for special ed majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country.
In 2021, 97 students received their master’s degree in special ed from KU. This makes it the #37 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
Graduates of the master's special ed program at KU make a median salary of $48,138. 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 Kansas.
Of the 97 students who earned a master's degree in Special Education from KU in 2020-2021, 10% were men and 90% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 86% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Kansas with a master's in special ed.
Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
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Asian | 0 |
Black or African American | 3 |
Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
White | 83 |
Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
Other Races | 6 |
Related Major | Annual Graduates |
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Teacher Education Grade Specific | 120 |
Teacher Education Subject Specific | 87 |
Educational Administration | 80 |
Curriculum & Instruction | 71 |
Teaching English or French | 18 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.