by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at University of Northern Colorado. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #1 out of 3 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, University of Northern Colorado as a strong choice for special education, coming in at #285 out of 463 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Special Education Schools | 285 of 463 |
| Best Special Education Schools in Colorado | 2 of 8 |
| Best Special Education Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 9 of 19 |
The following degree levels are offered in special education at University of Northern Colorado, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 36 |
| Master’s | 112 |
| Doctoral | 10 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Northern Colorado handed out 36 bachelor’s degrees in special education.
University of Northern Colorado is among the very best schools in the country for special education at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #1 out of 3 schools by College Factual.
Special Education graduates with a bachelor’s degree from University of Northern Colorado earn a median of $50,987 a year. This is higher than $49,952, the median for all majors at University of Northern Colorado.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at University of Northern Colorado, special education students borrow a median amount of $26,564 in student loans. This is higher than $23,974, the typical median for all majors at University of Northern Colorado.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,400 | $24,125 |
| Fees | $2,854 | $2,854 |
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Among recent graduates, 6% of special education bachelor’s degrees went to men and 94% went to women.
The majority of special education bachelor’s degree graduates at University of Northern Colorado are White. About 47% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Northern Colorado with a bachelor’s in special education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
University of Northern Colorado conferred 36 bachelor’s degrees in special education and teaching, general in the latest year of data — 94% to women and 6% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (47%).
This program is also offered at the graduate level at University of Northern Colorado. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Special Education | 112 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Special Education | 10 |
