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Tuition USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2031-05-18
Delivery On-campus
Location United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Special Education at California State University Fresno 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  6. Location: California, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Special Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Academic Reading
  2. Writing in the K-8 Classroom
  3. Problems in Education - Childrens Literature
  4. Problems in Education - Storytelling
  5. Hmong in Bilingual Schools: BCLAD

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, M. A. in Special Education program applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Evidence of a minimum GPA of 3.0 on all postbaccalaureate coursework.
  • For Clear Credential and/or master\'s degree only, students must provide evidence of Level I/Preliminary Credential.
  • An interview with the program coordinator.*
  • *Required for applicants coming from programs other than those at Fresno State.

    English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 6.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact California State University Fresno 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 California State University Fresno

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    California State University Fresno

    United States

    California State University, Fresno is a public university in Fresno, California, United States. It is part of the California State University system. The university had a fall 2020 enrollment of...

    University Profile
    • Application Deadline 2031-05-18
    • Start Date 2018-08-16
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months