About the course

The Learning and Behavioral Specialist I (LBSI) program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign prepares highly qualified, innovative special education teachers. This license allows graduates to teach children ages 3 to 21 with any disability (e.g., learning disabilities, social or emotional disabilities, autism, intellectual disability, physical disabilities, multiple disabilities) in a range of educational settings.

　　Our Department has long been a leader in research that promotes effective, inclusive outcomes for individuals with disabilities across the life span. Faculty and students pursue research, teaching, and service activities that improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: US$59,520

Intake	Location
Summer (May), 2024	Urbana
Fall (August), 2024	Urbana
Summer (May), 2025	Urbana
Fall (August), 2025	Urbana
Summer (May), 2026	Urbana

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

The applicant must submit three letters of reference and transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate work. A 3.0 grade point average (A = 4.0) for the last two years of the undergraduate program and for any previous graduate work is a minimum requirement for admission. International students must have a total iBT score greater than 102 (72nd-79th percentile). The minimum speaking score is 24 (79th percentile).

　　

English language requirements

　　7.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 103.0

　　

Application deadline:

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