Program Overview
The Special Education at University of Nebraska Omaha is a Master 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 697 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Omaha, 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
- High Incidence Disabilities
- Reading and Writing Instruction for Students with Disabilities
- Research Methods in Special Education
- Assessment in Special Education
- Professional Collaboration
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Program-Specific Requirements
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Must submit the name and email of two persons who are well acquainted with the applicant\xc2\x92s undergraduate academic work, the applicant\xc2\x92s potential to do graduate work, and/or the applicant\xc2\x92s professional competence.
- Statement of Purpose
- Include a formal written statement, at least one page in length, of why you want to pursue a Master\'s degree in Special Education or Behavior Intervention Specialist. Explain career goals and additional experiences with individuals with disabilities.
- Personal Fitness Statement (formerly Rule 20/21 Form)
- Copy of Teaching Certificate
- All candidates must have completed SPED 4800/8806 Emotional Development of Children and Youth and EDUC 2510 Applied Special Education or SPED 8030 Teaching Students with Exceptionalities (or an equivalent to any of these), and methods courses in reading and math.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 697 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 697 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nebraska Omaha 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 University of Nebraska Omaha
University of Nebraska Omaha
Omaha, United States
The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is a public research university in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. Founded in 1908 by faculty from the Omaha Presbyterian Theological Seminary as a...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months