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, and more. We've also included details on how NWC ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at NWC was ranked #137 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list.
In 2022, 9 students received their master’s degree in special ed from NWC. This makes it the #364 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at NWC paid an average of $1,100 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Fees | $300 | $300 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $10,700 | $10,700 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,200 | $3,200 |
Learn more about NWC tuition and fees.
Online degrees for the NWC 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 NWC Online Learning page.
All of the 21 students who graduated with a Master’s in special ed from NWC in 2022 were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 67% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern College with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 7 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Northwestern College.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Educational Administration | 96 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 82 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 47 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.