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    Special Education (MA)

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    Columbia, USMAOnline2 years
    $19,466.70
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    62.7%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    33
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia is a 33-credit, 2-year, online MA program based in Columbia, US. Tuition is $19,467.

    About the program

    The program requires 33 credit hours and emphasizes research in special education, covering classroom management, behavioral and assessment strategies, and research techniques for students with disabilities from elementary through adult levels.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (US) (STEM OPT 24-month extension only if the degree is on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List).

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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 (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia is $19,467 across 33 required credits.
    Is Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia online or in-person?
    Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia take to complete?
    Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia is structured around 2 years and 33 credits.
    What GPA is required for Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of undergraduate education
    How competitive is Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia?
    Special Education (MA) at University of Missouri-Columbia reports an acceptance rate of approximately 62.7%.