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Special Education Teacher Colleges: List of Schools with Special Education Teaching Degrees

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Published Aug 29, 2009

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Special Education degree programs are intended for teachers interested in working with students with learning disabilities from kindergarten through high school. Bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs provide students with the knowledge and qualifications to work in these challenging jobs. Many schools throughout the country offer Special Education Teaching degrees, including the University of Florida, Arizona State University and Michigan State University. However, it is important to note that educational requirements differ vastly by state, as each state government sets its own standards for public school teachers.

Details of Special Education Teaching Degree Programs

Bachelor of Arts in Education

To earn the qualifications to work in Special Education, students must first earn a degree in education. The specific bachelor's degree depends on the school and the state, but generally, students can choose a degree covering early childhood, middle school or secondary education. Within those bachelor's degree programs, a school may offer additional coursework as an endorsement, certificate or specialization that fulfill the state requirement for Special Education teachers.

Master of Arts in Special Education

Unlike bachelor's degrees, master's degrees in Special Education are meant exclusively for teachers seeking a career in Special Education. Some programs are designed for students who already hold an undergraduate degree in teaching or an endorsement in Special Education, and others are for students new to an education curriculum. Such a degree may cover techniques for teaching students with different disabilities, assessing disabled students' needs and following contemporary theories in Special Education.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Special Education

A doctoral degree in Special Education is designed for students with an already expansive background in educating disabled students. Although this degree may greatly benefit a Special Education teacher's effectiveness in the classroom, these programs are not necessarily meant for teachers. A doctorate is necessary for those interested in research positions, leadership roles in federal, state and local educational agencies or policy organizations in Special Education Teaching. Students evaluate theories and policies for educating disabled students and learn methodologies for assessing the effectiveness of such programs.

Public and Private Non-Profit Schools with Special Education Teaching Degrees

School NameInstitution TypeEnrollmentMailing AddressPhone Number
Miami Dade College 4-year, Public 54094 300 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, Florida 33132-2297 (305) 237-8888
Ohio State University-Main Campus 4-year, Public 52568 190 N. Oval Mall, Columbus, Ohio 43210 (614) 292-6446
University of Florida 4-year, Public 51725 355 Tigert Hall, Gainesville, Florida 32611-3115 (352) 392-3261
Arizona State University 4-year, Public 51481 Tempe, Arizona 85287 (480) 965-9011
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 4-year, Public 50883 100 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455-0213 (612) 625-5000
The University of Texas at Austin 4-year, Public 50170 Austin, Texas 78712 (512) 471-3434
University of Central Florida 4-year, Public 48398 4000 Central Florida Blvd, Orlando, Florida 32816 (407) 823-2000
Michigan State University 4-year, Public 46045 East Lansing, Michigan 48824-1046 (517) 355-1855
University of South Florida 4-year, Public 44870 4202 East Fowler Ave, Tampa, Florida 33620-9951 (813) 974-2011
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus 4-year, Public 43252 201 Old Main, University Park, Pennsylvania 16802-1589 (814) 865-4700
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 4-year, Public 42326 601 E John Street, Champaign, Illinois 61820-5711 (217) 333-1000
New York University 4-year, Private not-for-profit 41783 70 Washington Sq South, New York, New York 10012-1091 (212) 998-1212
University of Wisconsin-Madison 4-year, Public 41563 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, Wisconsin 53706-1380 (608) 262-1234
University of Washington-Seattle Campus 4-year, Public 40218 1400 NE Campus Parkway, Seattle, Washington 98195-4550 (206) 543-2100
Indiana University-Bloomington 4-year, Public 38990 107 South Indiana Ave., Bloomington, Indiana 47405-7000 (812) 855-4848
Florida International University 4-year, Public 38182 11200 S. W. 8 Street, Miami, Florida 33199 (305) 348-2000
College of Southern Nevada 4-year, Public 37758 6375 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89146-1164 (702) 651-5000
University of California-Los Angeles 4-year, Public 37476 405 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, California 90095-1405 (310) 825-4321
University of Arizona 4-year, Public 37217 1401 E University, Tucson, Arizona 85721-0066 (520) 621-2211
California State University-Long Beach 4-year, Public 36868 1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, California 90840-0115 (562) 985-4111
University of Maryland-College Park 4-year, Public 36014 College Park, Maryland 20742 (301) 405-1000
California State University-Northridge 4-year, Public 35446 18111 Nordhoff St, Northridge, California 91330 (818) 677-1200
University of California-Berkeley 4-year, Public 34940 Berkeley, California 94720 (510) 642-6000
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 4-year, Public 34804 83 Somerset St, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901-1281 (732) 932-1766
University of North Texas 4-year, Public 34710 Chestnut Ave., Denton, Texas 76203-1277 (940) 565-2000

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