Make a difference in the lives of diverse learners with Iowa State University's Special Education graduate program. Our program prepares dedicated educators to support students with unique learning needs through specialized instruction and inclusive practices.
Degrees Offered:
- Special Education (Ph.D.)
- Special Education, practitioner (M.Ed.)
- Special Education (M.S.)
- Special Education Licensure (Special Education Instructional Strategist II, fully online option)
Admission Requirements
Graduate College Requirements:
- 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Academic Records/Transcripts
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
- Proof of English Proficiency.
Program Specific Requirements:
- Three essays (may be uploaded with online application)
- Concurrent applicants follow directions on web page
- Resume
- Duolingo is temporally being accepted instead of TOEFL/IELTS
- Program Requires GRE: No
- Program Requires GMAT: No
- Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
International Requirements:
- Financial Statement: Application
- English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) 560 TOEFL Internet (iBT) 83 IELTS 6.5 PTE 56 Duolingo (approved through spring 2025) 105
Application Requirements
Application Deadlines:
September 1 for Spring Admission
Application Details:
This program is open to domestic and international students.
