Master of Education in Early and Special Education
Deepen your knowledge and enhance your career and practice while earning a master’s degree in Early and Special Education.
- 100% online course delivery
- Focused program for professionals already in schools or agencies
- Structured around the individual student’s professional interests and goals
- Gain new expertise and skills for teaching students with disabilities outside of traditional classroom special education settings
The MEd in Early and Special Education does not lead to initial teacher certification. If you are seeking teaching certification and a master’s degree, please visit the Master in Teaching, Special Education website.
To learn more about pathway options within the MEd, Early and Special Education program, click on the Program Requirements tab below.
Degree Requirements
Admission Requirements
Applicants are required to have earned at least a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or a degree from a non-U.S. institution of higher education that is judged equivalent to a U.S. baccalaureate degree by the International Admissions office and have an undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 (based on a 4-point scale) computed for all undergraduate credits from the applicant’s most recent baccalaureate degree.
A prospective student may apply at any time and should follow the general graduate application procedure for degree-seeking students (see Graduate Admission Regulations). Admission to the program is based on:
1. Official transcripts from all colleges attended.
2. Letter of application including the following: a) a description of your career goals and professional interests and how the program will help you attain them, and b) an explanation of why you are choosing the program and why you will be a successful graduate student.
3. Contact information from two individuals who are in a position to speak knowledgeably of the applicant’s ability to work with individuals with diverse learning and behavior needs.
Deadlines
Deadline to apply to the Master of Education in Early and Special Education for either summer or fall admission:
- March 1: Regular deadline
- February 1: Priority deadline
Costs and Scholarships
Boise State provides an affordable, quality education to improve your future. Scholarship opportunities are available for residents and nonresidents, making it even more affordable to attain a quality education.
The College of Education also offers a range of scholarship opportunities.Â