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 VCU ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at VCU was ranked #150 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list.
In 2022, 33 students received their master’s degree in special ed from VCU. This makes it the #142 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at VCU paid an average of $1,198 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $443 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,850 | $34,744 |
| Fees | $3,383 | $4,073 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 | $1,240 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $16,119 | $16,119 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $6,150 | $6,150 |
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Online degrees for the VCU 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 VCU Online Learning page.
Special Ed majors graduating with a master's degree from VCU make a median salary of $52,470 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $56,864.
In the 2021-2022 academic year, 29 students earned a master's degree in special ed from VCU. About 93% of these graduates were women and the other 7% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 52% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a master's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 8 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Virginia Commonwealth University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 371 |
| General Education | 117 |
| Educational Administration | 60 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 42 |
| Student Counseling | 31 |
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