Overview

The Mild Moderate Disabilities major at The University of Arizona includes instruction on working with students with autism spectrum disorders, learning and intellectual disabilities, and emotional and behavioral disorders.

The Bachelor of Science in Education in Mild to Moderate Disabilities at the University of Arizona is a 60-credit program for aspiring special education teachers.

Students spend three semesters engaged in coursework, learning best practices in special education instruction and curriculum content. A fourth semester includes a supervised internship in a special education setting, where undergraduates observe and interact with students with mild to moderate disabilities. Program participants graduate classroom-ready to make a difference in students' lives.

Career Fields

Special education

Special education consulting

Curriculum development

Childcare

Special education tutoring

Programme Structure

Courses include:

High Incidence Disabilities

Special Services in Schools

Behavior Principles and Disability: Assessment and Intervention

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-03 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Tucson, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Assured Admission for Residents & Non-Residents:

Rank in the top 25% of your graduating class, OR

Have a 3.0 unweighted GPA through your sixth semester in the core competency requirements

The University of Arizona admissions team welcomes students who don’t meet assured admission requirements and who will bring unique life experiences and personal achievements to our campus community.

There are a few things the admissions team takes into consideration for admission, such as:

Class rank
Strength of curriculum
Performance in curriculum
Grade point average in required core coursework

Optional materials (SAT/ACT scores, resumé, and personal statement)

Extracurricular Factors:

Leadership, service, work experience and extracurricular activities
Personal characteristics, attributes, and talents

The ability to benefit from and contribute to a diverse and challenging learning environment
Personal Statement: optional

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

43100 USD / year

≈ 43100 USD / year
Out-of-State

43100 USD / year

≈ 43100 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13900 USD / year

≈ 13900 USD / year

Living costs

Tucson

United States

830 - 1140 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Tucson

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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