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. Also, learn how Northern Michigan University ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at Northern Michigan University was ranked #194 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #8 in Michigan.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Special Education Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 131 |
| Best Special Education Schools | 194 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Northern Michigan University handed out 9 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is a decrease of 40% over the previous year when 15 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 7 students received their master’s degree in special ed from Northern Michigan University. This makes it the #403 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Northern Michigan University paid an average of $765 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $530 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,726 | $18,348 |
| Fees | $896 | $896 |
| Books and Supplies | $720 | $720 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,752 | $12,752 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,148 | $2,148 |
Learn more about Northern Michigan University tuition and fees.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 9 special ed majors earned their bachelor's degree from Northern Michigan University. Of these graduates, 11% were men and 89% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Northern Michigan University are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 78% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Michigan University with a bachelor's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Northern Michigan University does not offer an online option for its special ed bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Northern Michigan University Online Learning page.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 11 special ed majors earned their master's degree from Northern Michigan University. Of these graduates, 27% were men and 73% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 91% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Michigan 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 | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Northern Michigan University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 67 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 51 |
| Educational Administration | 15 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 10 |
| Other Education | 1 |
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