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, and more. We've also included details on how Capella University ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in special ed.
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The special ed major at Capella University is not ranked on College Factual’s Best Colleges and Universities for Special Education. This could be for a number of reasons, such as not having enough data on the major or school to make an accurate assessment of its quality.
In 2022, 51 students received their master’s degree in special ed from Capella University. This makes it the #88 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Capella University paid an average of $401 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $14,436 | $14,436 |
| Books and Supplies | $422 | $422 |
Learn more about Capella University tuition and fees.
Online degrees for the Capella University special ed bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Capella University Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's special ed program at Capella University make a median salary of $54,641. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $56,864.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 45 special ed majors earned their master's degree from Capella University. Of these graduates, 7% were men and 93% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 64% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Capella University with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 29 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Capella University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Student Counseling | 327 |
| Educational Administration | 268 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 145 |
| General Education | 86 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 77 |