Program Overview
The Special Education at The City University of New York is a MEd 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
- Tuition: USD 5,930 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
- Location: New York City, 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
- Teacher of Students with Disabilities in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
- Teacher of Students with Disabilities in Adolescent Education (Grades 7-12)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Submission of completed admissions application and application fee.
- Evidence of an earned bachelor\'s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Submission of official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework.
- Three letters of recommendation (at least 2 professional recommendations)
- An official score report for the Graduate Record Exam is required (currently, no cut-off score applies).
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 5,930 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 5,930 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The City University of New York 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 The City University of New York
The City University of New York
New York, United States
The City University of New York is the public university system of New York City, United States. It is the largest urban university system in the United States, comprising 26 campuses: eleven...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2017-10-15
- Language English
- Duration 24 months