Master of Science Special Education (MS) Degree

About the Program

The Master of Science in Special Education is available as a fully online program. There are four-emphasis area students can choose:

Autism Spectrum Disorder
Developmental Disabilities
Emotional Behavioral Disorders
Learning Disabilities

Candidates are welcome to pursue more than one licensure area. Eighteen (18) credits of Education coursework are required for those seeking licensure at the graduate level. See the Academic Catalog for the full list of requirements.

Cost & Financial Aid

Graduate Tuition rates at SMSU are AFFORDABLE!
SMSU offers in-state tuition to nearly everyone. No out state rates! Reciprocity rates may apply.
U.S. Citizens and eligible noncitizens can apply for Federal Aid with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Also, don’t forget to check out the different Scholarship opportunities available for graduate students.

You are required to have a 3.0 GPA for admission into the program. If your GPA is under the requirement, you may still qualify for provisional admission through demonstrating your skills and abilities within your application. Provisional admission does require students to attain a 3.0 GPA in their first semester.

View the course requirements within our academic catalog.

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Master of Science Special Education (MS) Degree

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