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Accelerated Master of Education in Special Education at University of Maine

University of Maine, United States

Programme overview

A 4+1 programme for undergraduates at UMaine, UMA or UMM leading to an M.Ed. in Special Education (High Incidence Disabilities Concentration). Up to 12 credit hours taken in the senior year count toward both degrees at undergraduate tuition. UMaine courses are online; UMA and UMM courses can be in person or online.

Faculty: College of Education and Human Development  |  Duration: 5 years total for bachelor's plus master's (4+1); 42 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Orono, ME, United States

What you will study

42-credit M.Ed. in Special Education with a High Incidence Disabilities concentration, including student teaching and in-person field experiences for undergraduates.

Career pathways

Can lead to Maine certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (K-8 or 7-12); graduates may also work as supervisors, administrators, or in social work, health care or therapy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open to current undergraduates at UMaine, UMA or UMM, working with an advisor.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are submitted through the UMaine graduate application portal; a resume and essay are required for all programmes, with test scores, writing samples or portfolios required by some programmes; unofficial transcripts are uploaded at application and official transcripts are required only upon admission.

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