by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Westfield ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at Westfield was ranked #243 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #9 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Westfield State University handed out 16 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is a decrease of 56% over the previous year when 36 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 8 students received their master’s degree in special ed from Westfield. This makes it the #384 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
Special Ed majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Westfield go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $39,543 a year. This is higher than $38,748, which is the national median for all special ed bachelor's degree recipients.
Graduates of the master's special ed program at Westfield make a median salary of $48,081. 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 Westfield, 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 Westfield State University.
The special ed program at Westfield awarded 16 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 19% of these degrees went to men with the other 81% going to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Westfield are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 88% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Westfield State 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 | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
All of the 8 students who graduated with a Master’s in special ed from Westfield in 2021 were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 100% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Westfield State University with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 108 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 29 |
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