Program Overview
The Special Education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania is a MEd 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
- Tuition: USD 725 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 483 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Indiana, 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
- Vocational Preparation and Transition for Youth with Disabilities
- Assessment of Persons with Disabilities
- Research Seminar in Special Education
- Advanced Instruction Design in Special Education
- Professional Collaboration and Team Building for Special Educators
- Family Perspectives
- Elements of Research
- Practicum and Internship
- Elective
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students seeking admission to the program must provide the following:
- The online application form (or a hard copy by obtained by e-mailing graduate-admissions@iup.edu.)
- Nonrefundable $50 application fee.
- Signed and dated statement of career and academic goals: Identify your professional goals and research area of interest, a summation of your achievements within the field of practice, and a summary of your research abilities. Must be at least 300 words.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, including those institutions from which a degree was not earned.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 725 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 483 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 725 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 483 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Indiana University of Pennsylvania 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 Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, United States
public university in Indiana County, Pennsylvania, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
