Overview

Students in Special Education program from Michigan State University gain the knowledge and skills necessary for successful teaching in general education classrooms and a variety of special education settings.

All students in special education meet requirements for both elementary teacher certification and a K-12 endorsement in the special education area of learning disabilities. This is achieved after completing an immersive fifth-year teaching internship experience in schools under the guidance of mentor teachers and university faculty.

Career

Alumni work as:

Special education teachers
Elementary teachers
Paraprofessionals
Resource room teachers
Behavior analysts
Behavioral Therapy Technician

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Reflections on Learning

Pedagogy and Politics of Justice and Equity in Education

Technology and Content Area Support for Students with Disabilities

Behavior Management in Special Education

Language and Literacy Development and Disorders

Behavior Management in Special Education

Special Education Law and Policies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

East Lansing, United States

Disciplines

Special Education View 570 other Bachelors in Special Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission is based on:

Academic performance in high school
Strength and quality of curriculum
Recent trends in academic performance
Class rank
Standardized test results
English language proficiency for non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents whose first language is not English
Leadership, talents, conduct and diversity of experience

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Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

43502 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43502 USD per year during 48 months.
National

43502 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43502 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

16118 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16118 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for East Lansing

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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