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Master of Arts in Special Education - Multicategorical Special Education K-12

University of South Dakota

Vermillion campus — Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Study Level
Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
August 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 13,127
Application Fee
USD 40
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Intended for individuals with who want to work with special needs students, the special education master's degree can be completed in four semesters or extended over a longer period of time. Students will learn about effective teaching strategies and ways to create meaningful learning experiences for children. Typically, students seek the Master of Arts in Special Education while pursuing certification in one or more areas. This degree also provides flexibility for those not needing or wanting certification. As a special education student at USD, they will use hands-on learning, take program-specific classes and work closely with their peers to understand the best ways to educate students needing special education. The university's expert professors will offer mentorship as they design an individualized plan of study that emphasizes the learning strategies that are most important to them. Ideal for individuals who want to teach in the field of special education in kindergarten through 12th grade, the coursework in this program focus on a range of mild to profound disability areas and related services. Students who wish to pursue initial teacher licensure and/or special education certification should choose this specialization.
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 13,127
Application fee
USD 40
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
August 2027, August 2028, August 2029
Application deadline
1 May 2027
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Vermillion campus

Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

414 East, Clark Street

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Established in 1862, University of South Dakota serves as the flagship and the only public liberal arts university in the state. The school offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs within the South Dakota System of Higher Education. Top undergraduate fields of study at USD include Nursing, Business, Health Sciences, Elementary Education, Kinesiology & Sport Management, Biology/Medical Biology, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Accounting, and Media & Journalism. University of South Dakota is regionally acclaimed and nationally recognized as a high-quality public liberal arts univer...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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