Master of Education in Inclusive Learning / Special Education & Universal Design
University of San Diego

Program Details

You can learn to reach all your students with the Master of Education in Inclusive Learning / Special Education & Universal Design from USD. This online gifted and special education master’s program teaches you to promote a sense of belonging for your students.

With a focus on creating more inclusive classrooms, the online gifted and special education graduate program follows the framework of Universal Design for Learning. Besides studying cognition and learning, you will delve into such topics as:

  • Disability in education policy and law
  • Designing learning environments for all
  • Identifying and responding to the needs of diverse learners

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of San Diego is accredited by:

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

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

Additional Info

  • Applicants should have two years of prior teaching experience.
  • No teaching credential is required. However, participants will need access to a classroom of students throughout the program to apply their learning and complete the course assignments as well as their action research project.