Master of Education in Special Education
University of Cincinnati

Program Details

Designed for the working professional, the MEd in Special Education offered by the University of Cincinnati can be completed online in a year.  This graduate degree focuses on the learning, social, occupational, and developmental needs of those with disabilities. Students will study behavioral and autism spectrum disorders, alongside core special education classes. This program also emphasizes leadership and teamwork skills to utilize in this unique educational environment which provides both direct and indirect services.  UC’s MEd in Special Education can enable you to become the leader of positive change that impacts the quality of life of both students with disabilities and their support network.  Sample coursework in this advanced degree includes:

  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Promoting Positive Behaviors
  • Autism and Developmental Disabilities

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Cincinnati is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Must have a current, valid professional teaching license
  • Applicants who do not meet the 3.0 GPA requirement may submit GRE scores for consideration