Special Education - Learning Disabilities
American University Washington DCProgram Overview
The Special Education - Learning Disabilities at American University Washington DC 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 - Learning Disabilities 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 7
- Tuition: USD 1,579 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,579 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education - Learning Disabilities 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
- Methods of Psychoeducational Assessment for Learning Disabilities and Emotional Disturbance
- Theories and Methods in Diagnostic and Prescriptive Mathematics
- Learning and the Brain
- Theories of Educational Psychology and Human Development
- Foundations of Special Education for Exceptional Children
- Overview of All Exceptionalities: The Arts in Special Education
- Language Development and Remediation
- Learning Disabilities I
- Learning Disabilities II
- Methods of Managing Students with Behavior Disorders
- Foundations of Reading: Diagnosis and Remediation
- In-Service Training Project: Internship in Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements:
In addition to meeting the minimum university requirements for graduate study, applicants must earn a satisfactory score on Praxis CORE set by the District of Columbia.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,579 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,579 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,579 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,579 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact American University Washington DC 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 American University Washington DC
American University Washington DC
Washington D.C., United States
American University (AU) is a private research university located in Northwest Washington, D.C.. Known for its strong focus on international service, public policy, and government, it is a leading...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
