Master of Science in Special Education
University of Kentucky

Program Details

To advance your teaching career, consider this online Master of Science in Special Education. All your courses can be completed online, part-time, over five semesters. You will have opportunities to interact with teachers and classmates in real-time during evening virtual class sessions.

Specialization options exist to match your current certification type. The Moderate and Severe Disabilities concentration is open to teachers with the same certification. The Assistive Technology track is available to teachers with any special education certification. 

Core coursework covers topics including:

  • Applied behavior analysis
  • Leadership in Special education
  • Advanced methods for teaching students with disabilities
  • Behavioral consultation in schools

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Kentucky is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Interview, Essay/Writing Sample, Criminal Background Check, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Additional Materials May Be Required