by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in special education at Northwest. It is offered at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #6 out of 10 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks Northwest among the top schools in the country for special education, ranked #429 out of 495 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Special Education Schools | 429 of 495 |
| Best Special Education Schools in Missouri | 6 of 12 |
| Best Special Education Schools in the Plains States Region | 37 of 47 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in special education at Northwest, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 11 |
| Master’s | 40 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Northwest Missouri State University awarded 40 master’s degrees in special education.
Northwest ranks competitively among schools offering special education at the master’s level. In particular it placed #6 out of 10 schools by College Factual.
Among recent graduates, 5% of special education master’s degrees went to men and 95% went to women.
The majority of special education master’s degree graduates at Northwest are White. About 85% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a master’s in special education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 34 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Northwest conferred 40 master’s degrees in education/teaching of individuals with multiple disabilities recently — 95% to women and 5% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (85%).
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at Northwest. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Special Education | 11 |