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. Also, learn how University of West Alabama ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at University of West Alabama was ranked #251 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #3 in Alabama.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of West Alabama handed out 7 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is an increase of 250% over the previous year when 2 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 106 students received their master’s degree in special ed from University of West Alabama. This makes it the #33 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
Special Ed majors graduating with a master's degree from University of West Alabama make a median salary of $47,975 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 West Alabama.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 7 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in special ed from University of West Alabama. About 14% were men and 86% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at University of West Alabama are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 86% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of West Alabama with a bachelor's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
The special ed program at University of West Alabama awarded 106 master's degrees in 2020-2021. About 21% of these degrees went to men with the other 79% going to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 74% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of West Alabama with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 11 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 78 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 16 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 608 |
| Educational Administration | 260 |
| Student Counseling | 137 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 89 |
| Instructional Media Design | 88 |
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