Master of Science in Exceptional Student Education

Pursue More Fulfilling Special-Education Roles

If working with special education students inspires you, imagine how good you'll feel when you can do even more for them and advance your career at the same time. The Master of Science in Exceptional Student Education is your direct path to more rewarding career opportunities and can include specialized roles as a K-12 ESE teacher, college professor, district specialist or service provider.

The Master of Science in Exceptional Student Education is designed to provide the expertise you'll need to meet the highly-specialized needs of these students, as well as advocate on their behalf for school resources and support services. The flexible program offers you the option of concentrating on a specific disability category or a broader combination of courses.

Graduates with a Master of Science in Exceptional Student Education have built rewarding careers as special education teachers, school counselors, administrators, college professors and special needs service providers.

Who Should Apply

Certified teachers seeking their M.S. in ESE and/or categorical endorsements to current their current certification.
Professionals with related experience seeking an M.S. in ESE.

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Quick Facts

Tuition

Tuition for the degree program is $995 per credit hour.

Curriculum

NSU’s M.S. in Exceptional Student Education program is 36 total credits to complete.

Delivery Options

Coursework for the Master of Science in Exceptional Student Education is conducted entirely online, allowing you to earn your degree without work disruption or long commutes.

Application Deadlines

Applications for admission are accepted online and on a rolling basis for all graduate programs throughout the calendar year.

Earning Potential

Special Education Teacher $57,910 Average Salary Per Year

6% Projected Employment Growth

College or University Professor $75,430 Average Salary Per Year

13% Projected Employment Growth

School/Career Counselor $54,560 Average Salary Per Year

8% Projected Employment Growth

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Program Overview

About the M.S. in Exceptional Student Education

The Master of Science in Exceptional Student Education addresses the academic and professional needs of certified teachers and related service professionals seeking to advance their expertise and certification (Florida) or licensure (Nevada) in the ESE field.

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Success Stories

Karlton Johnson, Ed.D.

Upon earning his doctorate in organizational leadership, as a principal, Karlton took on the challenge of turning a historical urban high school in Fort Lauderdale from a “D” to an “A” school. Learn how he applied what he learned from NSU to transform his school.

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Christine Mastandrea

As a doctoral student, full-time school counselor and assistant soccer coach, Christine Mastandrea manages her time by doing what she loves. See how her education and the helpful faculty at NSU have set her up for success.

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Melissa Sasso

While completing her M.S. in Education at NSU, Melissa Sasso gained the confidence through faculty mentorship to pursue her Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership in hopes of better serving those with special needs.

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Lt. Col. Honore Spencer

Lt. Col. Honore Spencer was looking to advance his career and came to NSU to pursue his Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership. The convenience of the program allowed him to continue his education while deployed overseas and earn his degree.

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