Overview

Key features

If you love being a meaningful part of the lives of individuals facing challenges, special education may be just the path for you. Special Education teachers don’t just educate children—they play a significant role in whole families.

Pfeiffer University’s special education graduates are prepared to teach students, support families, and make a meaningful impact on society at large.

The bachelor of arts in Special Education blends a robust liberal arts curriculum with excellent instruction in the theoretical and practical dynamics of being a special education teacher.

The generalist, special education program at Pfeiffer University provides students with the tools within a small, personalized setting. Our special education program features a strong mentoring program that allows each student’s personal goals to be prioritized during their college experience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Educational Professional
Digital Learning Competencies
Learner and Learning
Lesson and Curriculum Design
Diversity & Cultural Competency

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

More details

Pfeiffer University uses a rolling admissions system but recommends that students submit their applications for admission by May 1.

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Albemarle, United States

Disciplines

Special Education View 571 other Bachelors in Special Education in United States

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

An online application
Official transcripts from all schools attended translated through official service such as WES or InCRED.
A copy of your passport (page with name and expiration date)

Proof of financial support to cover the first year’s expenses, including living expenses. Contact the Admissions Office for the total amount to be documented. Include copies of bank statements to show availability of funds. Make copies before submitting to Pfeiffer; they will be needed again for the visa application.

One of the following:

Completion of 60 semester hours at a US university
Completion of four years at a US high school
Completion of an appropriate level in an ESL program which, according to the ESL school, is sufficient for the undergraduate level of university study.
CEFR score of C1.
A TOFEL
English as a first language

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

36230 USD / year

≈ 36230 USD / year
Out-of-State

36230 USD / year

≈ 36230 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36230 USD / year

≈ 36230 USD / year

Living costs

Albemarle

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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