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    MS in Special Education

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    Baltimore, USMSIn-person2 years
    $44,550.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    68%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    39
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University is a 39-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Baltimore, US. Tuition is $44,550.

    About the program

    Program designed for individuals seeking certification to teach students with mild-to-moderate disabilities in elementary/middle (grades 1-8) or secondary/adult (grades 6-12) settings. Covers legal issues, educational assessment, data-based decision making, instructional programming, behavior management, and collaborative programming with emphasis on urban settings.

    Focus: coursework
    QS: 24 | US News #8 Best Education Schools
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min For candidates intending to submit a standardized testing score for admission, please visit the Maryland Department of Education website for a listing of specific tests accepted. Any applicant with a GPA below 3.0 must also achieve passing scores on one of the following tests: Praxis I/Core, SAT, ACT, or GRE.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University is $44,550 across 39 required credits.
    Is MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University is offered in-person.
    How long does MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University take to complete?
    MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University is structured around 2 years and 39 credits.
    What GPA is required for MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
    How competitive is MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University?
    MS in Special Education at Johns Hopkins University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 68%.