Master of Education in Special Education
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Salve Regina University's online Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education prepares you to be exactly that educator — equipped with the knowledge, strategies and skills to support learners with diverse needs across early childhood, elementary and secondary settings. Rooted in Salve's longstanding tradition of teacher education, this fully online program is designed for working educators and aspiring special education specialists who are ready to deepen their impact, advance their credentials and meet the growing demand for qualified special educators.
PRICING
$15,750 total program cost
$525 per credit hour
Flexibility
Complete your degree in as few as 24 months with multiple start dates available. Enrollment open for Fall 2026.
Benefits
Financial aid, employer tuition benefits and flexible payment options may be available. Contact an Enrollment Advisor to learn more.
$525 per credit hour
$525 / credit hour
$860 / credit hour
$1,275 / credit hour
$1,510 / credit hour
Salve Regina University's online M.Ed. in Special Education combines foundational knowledge in disability studies, special education law and instructional design with deep dives into concentration-specific content. Every course is taught by faculty with real classroom and clinical experience, bringing theory to life through practical application.
Students choose one of three concentrations — early childhood, elementary or secondary special education — each designed to align with Rhode Island Department of Education certification requirements.
Ready to become the special educator your students need? An Enrollment Advisor is ready to walk you through the admissions process, help you select the right concentration and connect you with financial aid resources. Apply online at admissions.salve.edu/apply.
Applicants must provide official undergraduate transcripts (minimum 3.0 GPA recommended), a current résumé, two letters of recommendation and a personal statement.
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