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, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Westfield ranks among other schools offering degrees in special ed.
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The bachelor's program at Westfield was ranked #85 on College Factual's Best Schools for special ed list. It is also ranked #4 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Special Education Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 61 |
| Best Special Education Schools | 85 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Westfield State University handed out 15 bachelor's degrees in special education. This is a decrease of 6% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 8 students received their master’s degree in special ed from Westfield. This makes it the #384 most popular school for special ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of special ed students who receive their bachelor's degree at Westfield is $40,429. This is less than $44,139, which is the national median of all special ed majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Westfield paid an average of $354 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 | $970 | $7,050 |
| Fees | $10,912 | $10,912 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,140 | $1,140 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $13,510 | $13,510 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,164 | $3,164 |
Learn more about Westfield tuition and fees.
Of the 15 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in special ed from Westfield in 2022, 7% were men and 93% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 100% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Westfield State University with a bachelor's in special ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the Westfield 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 Westfield Online Learning page.
Special Ed majors graduating with a master's degree from Westfield make a median salary of $56,729 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $56,864.
For the most recent academic year available, 14% of special ed master's degrees went to men and 86% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 100% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Westfield State 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 | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the special ed majors at Westfield State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 100 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 11 |
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