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Why the MS in Special Education Program at ESU?
As Temple Grandin said, “In special education, there’s too much emphasis placed on the deficit and not enough on the strength.” Special Education graduate programs at ESU celebrate areas of strength and address growth needs to improve the lives of exceptional children and youth. The degree features the program concentrations to work with children with High Incidence disabilities and children who are Gifted, Talented, and Creative.
FACULTY INVESTED IN YOUR SUCCESS
Students receive individualized advisement, online course delivery, and practicum experiences supervised by seasoned professionals.
TREMENDOUS VALUE
Emporia State University offers extremely competitive tuition rates, as well as tuition reduction programs and scholarships.
PROGRAM OPTIONS
The High Incidence concentration offers a 24 credit hour endorsement and a 36 credit hour master’s degree. Students can complete the K-6 and/or 6-12 grade level endorsement or the degree with the endorsement.
The Gifted, Talented, and Creative concentration offers an 18 credit hour endorsement and a 30 credit hour master’s degree. Students can complete the K-6, 6-12, or P-12 grade level endorsement or the degree with the endorsement.
CONVENIENT LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
The entirely online coursework and supervised practical experiences conducted in local schools accommodate full-time working professionals.
Emporia State University’s small size means you aren’t lost in the crowd and professors take a genuine interest in your success.
Why choose ESU for graduate school?
Since 1863, Emporia State University has built a proud heritage of attracting intelligent, competitive students and helping each one reach his or her full potential. We are dedicated to intellectual leadership, collaboration, public service, innovative research and a winning spirit — in academics, athletics and life.
- Competitive tuition rates
- The first & only public university in Kansas to earn the College of Distinction designation
- High impact learning experiences
Your future begins now.
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