With a master’s in special education, you can address the learning and socio-emotional needs of students with learning and intellectual disabilities, severe emotional and behavior disorders, and other disabilities. This intensive, field-based program prepares you to work democratically with students from kindergarten through age 21. The program leads to the Illinois LBS1 teaching credential. This 2-year program consists of a mix of in-person and online classes on the Chicago campus. Your final semester will include an in-person student teaching placement at a field experience site. Admissions are open for fall and spring start dates.
Which department am I in?
College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
US$25,792.00
per year
Start date
August 2027
Venue
Chicago Campus
430 S. Michigan Ave,,
Chicago,
Illinois,
60605, United States
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
US$25,792.00
per year
Application deadline
01/11/2026
Start date
January 2027
Venue
Chicago Campus
430 S. Michigan Ave,,
Chicago,
Illinois,
60605, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Bachelors degree with a minimum 2.7 grade point average. Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities. No GRE required.