Master of Science in Special Education / Generalist
Montana State University-Billings

Program Details

Prepare for a career working with a growing part of the student population with this online special education degree. This program is intended for those who do not have a foundational background in Special Education but have a teaching degree. Earn an endorsement in special education while also earning a master’s degree. The curriculum includes courses on such topics as:

  • Human development and learning
  • Reading difficulties
  • Legal and current issues
  • Best practices

Graduates are prepared to teach special education, advance toward administrative positions, do research in the field, or prepare for a doctoral degree.  

This online special education degree may be added as an endorsement to a teaching license in either elementary or secondary education.

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Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Montana State University-Billings is accredited by:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Admission Tests

GRE

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Occupational License

Additional Info

  • May have some on-campus requirements