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    Special Education MEd

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    Minneapolis, USMEdIn-person2 years
    $41,940.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MEd program based in Minneapolis, US. Tuition is $41,940.

    About the program

    The program prepares professionals to deliver specialized educational services to infants, children, and adults with disabilities from diverse backgrounds. It covers collaborative problem-solving with families and professionals, evidence-based instruction and intervention, assessment for individualized decisions, adapting instructional supports, maximizing learning opportunities in the least restrictive environment, and professional ethics.

    Focus: coursework
    10 (US News & World Report)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 79 (Writing 21, Reading 19)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Non-native English speakers: TOEFL, IELTS, etc. test scores

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,496.00
    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 Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $41,940 across 30 required credits.
    Is Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities online or in-person?
    Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is offered in-person.
    How long does Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities take to complete?
    Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Per the program's published guidance: Undergraduate GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
    What work-permit options follow Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Post-completion work rights for Special Education MEd at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities: 12 months OPT (US)