Tallahassee,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Special Education in Tallahassee United States | Florida State University
Florida State University
|
Tallahassee United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,993
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The graduate program in Curriculum & Instruction: Special Education at Florida State University equips educators with advanced teaching techniques. As a participant, you'll engage in specialized research while receiving personalized guidance from our experienced faculty. Tailored for current teachers, this program specifically benefits professionals seeking to transition into special education positions. Its primary mission is to develop exceptional special education instructors dedicated to serving vulnerable populations. Our distinguished faculty consistently generate nationally acclaimed research to enhance support for and knowledge about individuals with disabilities across all age groups. The Special Education department provides master's, specialist, and doctoral degree options. Master's candidates can focus on: Autism Spectrum Disorder Florida-certified educators can obtain the Autism Endorsement through the state's Department of Education. Completing this track with the endorsement boosts professional appeal and expands career prospects. With rising demand for autism experts, this concentration readies graduates for diverse roles in the field. Other available specializations include Early Childhood Special Education, Reading, and Severe Disabilities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A bachelor's degree with at least a 3.0 GPA An earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable degree from an international institution, with a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree.
GRE test scores*. Official test results are required from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). These scores are considered official only when they are sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the testing agency. Examinee copies are not considered official. Graduate Record Exam (GRE): http://www.ets.org/ FSU Institution Code: 5219. The Educational Testing Service (ETS) do not retain scores longer than five years. If your test scores are older than five years, you may have to retake the test to have official scores sent directly to FSU from the testing agency. If you have the report that was mailed to your home address for older scores, then FSU will accept that report.
M.S. and Ed.S. applicant target scores: Verbal 146+, Quantitative 140+
*NOTE: The GRE requirements for master's and specialist programs have been waived through Fall 2026.
Language proficiency test (international students only) FSU accepts scores from TOEFL (minimum 80), IELTS (minimum 6.5), MELAB (minimum 77), Cambridge C1 Advanced Level (minimum 180), Michigan Language Assessment (minimum 55), and Duolingo (minimum 120)
Transcripts Applicants must submit an official transcript from each college and/or university attended.
Admission to graduate study is a two-fold evaluation process. The Office of Admissions determines eligibility for admission to the University, and the academic department, program, or college determines admissibility to the degree program.
Applicants must upload the following REQUIRED supporting documents to the Admissions Application Portal:
Statement of purpose should describe your purpose for pursuing a degree, qualifications and long-term career goals.
At least one (1) page for M.S. and Ed.S. applicants
Letters of recommendation
Two (2) for M.S. and Ed.S. applicants
One page resume/curriculum vitae
Writing Sample it is acceptable to submit a paper used in another class, or one that was published.
Language proficiency test (international students only) FSU accepts scores from TOEFL (minimum 80), IELTS (minimum 6.5)
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
Applicants must submit an official transcript (in a sealed envelope) from each college and/or university attended to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
GRE test scores*. Official test results are required from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). These scores are considered official only when they are sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the testing agency. Examinee copies are not considered official. Graduate Record Exam (GRE): http://www.ets.org/ FSU Institution Code: 5219. The Educational Testing Service (ETS) do not retain scores longer than five years. If your test scores are older than five years, you may have to retake the test to have official scores sent directly to FSU from the testing agency. If you have the report that was mailed to your home address for older scores, then FSU will accept that report.
M.S. and Ed.S. applicant target scores: Verbal 146+, Quantitative 140+
*NOTE: The GRE requirements for master's and specialist programs have been waived through Fall 2026.
Language proficiency test (international students only) FSU accepts scores from TOEFL (minimum 80), IELTS (minimum 6.5), MELAB (minimum 77), Cambridge C1 Advanced Level (minimum 180), Michigan Language Assessment (minimum 55), and Duolingo (minimum 120)
Transcripts Applicants must submit an official transcript from each college and/or university attended.
Admission to graduate study is a two-fold evaluation process. The Office of Admissions determines eligibility for admission to the University, and the academic department, program, or college determines admissibility to the degree program.
Applicants must upload the following REQUIRED supporting documents to the Admissions Application Portal:
Statement of purpose should describe your purpose for pursuing a degree, qualifications and long-term career goals.
At least one (1) page for M.S. and Ed.S. applicants
Letters of recommendation
Two (2) for M.S. and Ed.S. applicants
One page resume/curriculum vitae
Writing Sample it is acceptable to submit a paper used in another class, or one that was published.
Language proficiency test (international students only) FSU accepts scores from TOEFL (minimum 80), IELTS (minimum 6.5)
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
Applicants must submit an official transcript (in a sealed envelope) from each college and/or university attended to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
Tuition
USD
19,993