MSc

Special Education

Learn more about studying Special Education as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    15,515USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What California State University, San Bernardino says about their program:

The M.S. in Special Education will provide students with advanced preparation in research methodologies and research-based practices that address contemporary topics and issues in the field of Special Education. Options for concentration in Early Childhood Special Education, Mild to Moderate Disabilities, and Moderate to Severe Disabilities are available. We prepare professionals to promote knowledge, social justice, and compassion through practice in special education. Our goal is to inspire professionals to create and champion practical knowledge and theoretical principles.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • General Secondary Education Certificate
  • Minimum 2.5 overall GPA

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Official proof of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in its home country
  • Requirements vary by program
  • GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale with some programs requiring a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    5.5

  • Duolingo

    95

  • TOEFL

    61

  • PTE

    43

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    6

  • Duolingo

    105

  • TOEFL

    79

  • PTE

    53

Documents required

  • Copy of passport
  • Official transcripts sealed in an envelope by your school
  • Official proof of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in its home country
  • English translation of non-English documents
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$19,229 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    US$19,151 per year

Funding

Renewable Scholarship for Non-Residential Students

  • Amount

    The average amount of the scholarship is $6,000 for Undergraduate programs and $4,000 for Graduate programs.

  • Requirements

  • Maintain 3.5 GPA.
  • Be enrolled in 12 units for undergraduate students or 6 units for graduate students
  • Live on campus for the first full academic year (Undergraduates only)
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What is the cost of living near California State University, San Bernardino?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for California State University, San Bernardino

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements