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. Also, learn how WKU ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at WKU was ranked #347 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #7 in Kentucky.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Kentucky University handed out 28 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is a decrease of 3% over the previous year when 29 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 18 students received their master’s degree in special ed from WKU. This makes it the #238 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of special ed students who receive their bachelor's degree at WKU is $32,727. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $38,748 for all special ed students.
Graduates of the master's special ed program at WKU make a median salary of $40,164. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $48,941.
While getting their bachelor's degree at WKU, special ed students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $26,700 for all special ed majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Western Kentucky University.
The special ed program at WKU awarded 28 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 11% of these degrees went to men with the other 89% going to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 89% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 25 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 18 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in special ed from WKU. About 11% were men and 89% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at WKU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 89% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 173 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 51 |
| Student Counseling | 20 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 14 |
| Educational Administration | 13 |
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