St. Louis,
MO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Special Education - Behavior Principles and Inventory in Saint Louis United States | University of Missouri-St. Louis
University of Missouri-St. Louis
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Saint Louis United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,228
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Behavioral Principles and Interventions: Gain expertise in analyzing behavior patterns and developing targeted intervention strategies. Evaluate student requirements and implement customized plans to foster both educational progress and social development.
Support students with disabilities in achieving their highest capabilities through the University of Missouri-St. Louis's specialized master's program in special education.
The MEd in Special Education provides research-backed techniques to enhance participation, deepen comprehension, and elevate performance. By applying these methods in real-world settings, you'll become an agent of meaningful educational change.
Our graduate program offers three specialized tracks: Behavioral Principles and Interventions, Inclusive Education, and Transition Studies. Each concentration within UMSL's special education master's delivers comprehensive knowledge and hands-on training unmatched in the St. Louis area.
Move beyond conventional teaching. Inspire. Mold young minds and create enduring educational legacies. The UMSL MEd in Special Education serves as your foundation for a purpose-driven career.
Earning an MEd in Special Education from UMSL provides essential competencies to meaningfully support children with disabilities. You'll explore cutting-edge research, interpret educational data, and implement proven strategies to establish welcoming classrooms where every student succeeds:
Industry-leading instruction. Study under professors who are actively advancing special education through innovative teaching approaches.
Real-world implementation. Gain practical experience through special education teaching opportunities that allow you to create impact during your studies.
Collaborative network. Engage with dedicated educators who share your commitment to enhancing educational experiences for students with disabilities.
Adaptable scheduling options. Complete your master's degree either on-site or through online platforms, with full-time or part-time enrollment options averaging 2.5 years to graduation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admissions requirements include an earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher, a completed UMSL Graduate School Application, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended and two letters of recommendation.
Official transcripts from all universities attended
a. Successful applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree in education before beginning the master's
program.
Grade Point Average
a. Minimum of 3.0 on 4.0 scale
b. Students whose total undergraduate GPA and major GPA are between 2.75 and 2.99 may be admitted on a
restricted basis except in the following circumstances:
i. Admission requires GPAs of 2.75 or better in
1. a) the undergraduate major field,
2. b) education coursework, and
3. c) overall.
ii. Students with GPAs below 2.75 may submit supportive evidence and letters of recommendation. Students
entering with GPAs below 2.75 are admitted on restricted status and required to obtain a 3.0 graduate GPA
in their first 9 graduate hours.
Entrance examinations
a. There are no entrance exams for domestic students.
b. International students are required to document English proficiency by providing scores from an internationally
accepted standardized examination before a decision is made on admission.
Letters of recommendation
a. May be invited for applicants who do not meet the normal criteria for admission.
IELTS - 6.5 , TOEFL -79
Official transcripts from all universities attended
a. Successful applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree in education before beginning the master's
program.
Grade Point Average
a. Minimum of 3.0 on 4.0 scale
b. Students whose total undergraduate GPA and major GPA are between 2.75 and 2.99 may be admitted on a
restricted basis except in the following circumstances:
i. Admission requires GPAs of 2.75 or better in
1. a) the undergraduate major field,
2. b) education coursework, and
3. c) overall.
ii. Students with GPAs below 2.75 may submit supportive evidence and letters of recommendation. Students
entering with GPAs below 2.75 are admitted on restricted status and required to obtain a 3.0 graduate GPA
in their first 9 graduate hours.
Entrance examinations
a. There are no entrance exams for domestic students.
b. International students are required to document English proficiency by providing scores from an internationally
accepted standardized examination before a decision is made on admission.
Letters of recommendation
a. May be invited for applicants who do not meet the normal criteria for admission.
IELTS - 6.5 , TOEFL -79
Tuition
USD
24,228