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Master of Special Education - Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

University of Nevada (UNLV)

Las Vegas — Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Study Level
Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
August 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 24,050
Application Fee
USD 95
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

The M.Ed. program in the Department of Educational & Clinical Studies is designed to meet the needs of persons who hold a baccalaureate degree and wish to earn a master's degree in special education or early childhood education, with or without licensure. Students are expected to develop a plan of study that is most relevant to their educational purposes. Students seeking a license to teach should be aware that certification or endorsement requirements might limit their choices. A number of specific focus areas are available and can lead to the following Nevada Department of Education endorsements: Autism, Early Childhood, Early Childhood Special Education, Generalist-Mild Disabilities, Gifted and Talented, Intellectual Disabilities, Teaching English as a Second Language; or other professional areas, such as Applied Behavioral Analysis Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to: Articulate the pros and cons of current issues and trends in Special Education and the field of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Identify and differentiate between science-based and non-science based treatment and instruction for students/individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Describe and define general developmental, academic, social, career, and functional characteristics of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders as they relate to levels of support needed. Identify and differentiate between different placement alternatives for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, including home-based and school-based programs. Assist students, with the support of parents and other professionals, in planning for transition to adulthood including employment and community and daily life, with maximum opportunities for full participation in community and decision making.
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Credential
Master's Degree
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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 24,050
Application fee
USD 95
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

Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

4505 S Maryland Pkwy

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
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About the Institution

Since its first classes were held on campus in 1957, the University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) has transformed itself from a small branch college into a thriving urban research institution. Along the way, the urban university has become an indispensable resource in one of the country's fastest-growing and most enterprising cities. There is no “average” Rebel. One third of students are the first in their families to go to college. Tagalog is one of the most-spoken second languages among students. Military Times lists UNLV as one of its Best for Vets. All that ripples throughout the campus. It...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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