About the course

Wichita State's Master of Education (MEd) in special education combines quality, accredited instruction with opportunities for research and applied learning in Kansas' largest school district?leading to high-demand careers in a variety of settings. The program offers multiple specializations. Most students work full time, completing their degree in the evening and through online and hybrid (in person/online) courses. The program is excellent preparation for doctorate-level study in education. The early childhood unified program curriculum comprises 31 credit hours and prepares you to work with all young children from birth through grade 3. Candidates may complete only the first 24 credit hours to receive an endorsement in Early Childhood Unified. These candidates are considered non-degree-seeking graduate students. The early childhood unified program curriculum comprises 31 credit hours and prepares you to work with all young children from birth through grade 3. Candidates may complete only the first 24 credit hours to receive an endorsement in Early Childhood Unified. These candidates are considered non-degree-seeking graduate students. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Wichita
Summer (June), 2024	Wichita
Fall (August), 2024	Wichita
Spring (January), 2025	Wichita
Summer (June), 2025	Wichita
Fall (August), 2025	Wichita
Spring (January), 2026	Wichita
Summer (June), 2026	Wichita

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Wichita State University

The special education degree with an emphasis in early childhood unified is available for individuals who are certified to teach young children (birth to age 8). Admission requirements include:

　　GPA of 3.000 or higher, or GPA of at least 2.750 and official GRE scores of at least 152 in Verbal and 153 in Quantitative.

　　Full admission to WSU Graduate School.

　　Current teaching certificate/license (or eligible for a certificate/license).

　　To be acceptable, the score must be sent to WSU directly from the testing agency, and must be less than two years old. The minimum acceptable scores for most programs are: TOEFL — 79 on the Internet-based test, or 550 on the paper-based test. IELTS — minimum overall band score of 6.5 is required.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Wichita State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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