Program Overview
The Special Education at Fairfield University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Special Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Fairfield, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Teaching & Learning within Multicultural Contexts of Education
- Augmentative Alternative Communications and Assistive Technologies
- Psychoeducational Issues in Special Education
- Introduction to Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
- Theories of and Introduction to Learning Disabilities
- Introduction to Children and Youth with Emotional Disturbances
- Developmental and Remedial Reading and Language Arts
- Management Techniques in Special Education
- Administration of Educational Tests
- Parents and Families of Individuals with Disabilities
- Comprehensive examination
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.67 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applicants in the Special Education program must hold a bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited college or university (or the international equivalent) and give promise of meeting the standards set by the School.
Students seeking admission must submit:
- A Completed online application.
- A Non-refundable $60 Application Fee paid by credit card.
- A Professional Resume. Applicants are required to submit a current resume that includes employment and education history (submit online).
- An Admission Essay. Students should describe why they want to undertake graduate studies in Special Education (submit online).
- Official transcripts verifying completion of an undergraduate degree demonstrating a cumulative GPA of at least 2.67, or receive a GPA waiver from the department, available on a case by case basis. (All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an approved evaluating service.)
- Two Recommendation Forms and Letters, one of which must be, preferably, from a current employer or supervisor. The Recommendations are completed online. At the time of application you will need to provide your two Recommender\'s names and e-mail addresses.
- Passing scores for the PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators tests (formerly PRAXIS I exam) or have this requirement waived based on appropriate SAT, ACT, GRE or PAA scores.
- Participation in an Admission Interview.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Fairfield University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Fairfield University
Fairfield University
Fairfield, United States
university located in Fairfield, Connecticut
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
