Program Overview
The Special Education at Portland State University is a MA programme in Education, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 20,028 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 35,238 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Portland, 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
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 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).
- Graduate from a standard or accredited high school with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 in all graded subjects.
- Take the SAT or ACT and have scores sent directly to Portland State University (our school code for SAT is 4610 and for ACT is 3492). Students who have not attended high school within the three years prior to the term they are applying for are not required to submit SAT or ACT scores.
- Complete 15 units of college preparatory coursework with grades of C- or better in the following areas:
- English: 4 units
- Mathematics: 3 units culminating in at least the Algebra II level
- Science: 3 units (one year of laboratory science is recommended) effective 2012
- Social Studies: 3 units
- Second Language: 2 units of the same language. This requirement applies to anyone graduating from high school in 1997 or any year after. See Second Language Proficiency for more information.
- Freshman applicants who do not meet the minimum 3.00 GPA are considered for admission based on the combination of GPA and test scores listed below. Using this matrix, applicants must have earned the minimum GPA and the minimum score on either exam to be regularly admitted to Portland State University.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,028 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 35,238 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,028 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 35,238 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Portland State 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 Portland State University
Portland State University
Portland, United States
Portland State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-03-01
- Language English