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Special Education is a rewarding career. Eastern's Special Education program is a strong program with an excellent state and national reputation.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science in Education
Delivery
In Person
Careers
Preschool, Kindergarten, School
Special Education students at EIU

Why Study Special Education at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
Alex Wilcoxon, Marketing at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
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Hands-On Experience, Special Education students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Nationwide professionals prepared in Special Education are in high demand. The B.S.Ed in Special Education has two options - Early Childhood option (Birth-3) or Standard Special option (K-12) - and three dual certification programs: Early Childhood Special Education/Early Childhood Education, Special Education(K-12)/Elementary Education(K-9), and Special Education(K-12)/Secondary Education(6-12).

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$47,566
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

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  • Adapted Physical Education Specialists
  • Teaching Assistants, Special Education

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

Connect With Us

Dr. Cori M. More
Associate Professor, Assistant Chair (SPE)
cmmore@eiu.edu
1212 Buzzard Hall
217-581-7918
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Jill Rennels-Hutti
Interim Dean, College of Education, Health & Human Services
jrrennelshutti@eiu.edu
1423
217-581-6348
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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