Turn your passion for inclusive education into a rewarding career with 91ºÚÁÏÍø Empire’s online M.Ed. in Special Education.

 

91ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s Master of Education in Special Education (M.Ed. SpEd) prepares certified teachers to support students with disabilities from Pre-K through Grade 12. This clinically rich residency program leads to New York State certification in Students with Disabilities (All Grades, P–12, Generalist) and is designed for educators who already hold a base teaching certificate in another content area.

 

 

NYSUT's Education & Learning Trust (ELT), in partnership with 91ºÚÁÏÍø 91ºÚÁÏÍø, offers members a path to earn up to nine (9) 91ºÚÁÏÍø graduate credits toward 91ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s online Master of Education in Special Education (MEd SpEd). Once you complete your 9 credits, you can matriculate into 91ºÚÁÏÍø using our partnership benefit program.

Program Overview

Master of Education in Special Education 

M.Ed.

Earn your M.Ed. in Special Education online and build the skills to support diverse learners in inclusive classrooms. It is designed for NYS teachers that already hold a base certificate in another content area. 

Professional Licensure/Certification Disclosure

Format

100% Online

How it Works

Tuition

$471 / credit

Tuition & Fees

Credits

33-42

Next term starts

Fall 2026 

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The deadline for the Fall 2026 term is March 2. How to 91ºÚÁÏÍø
 

Prepare to Lead in Inclusive Classrooms

  • Design individualized learning plans
  • Manage inclusive classroom environments 
  • 91ºÚÁÏÍø research-based special education practices 
  • Collaborate with families and school teams

 

For comprehensive information about our courses, please visit our course catalog.

 

Make a Difference With a Master’s in Special Education

An online Master of Education in Special Education (M.Ed. SpEd) prepares certified educators to support students with disabilities from Pre-K through Grade 12. With all-grades certification, you’ll gain the flexibility to work across inclusive and specialized settings while expanding your career options.
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:

  • Certified Special Education Teacher (Students with Disabilities, All Grades P–12)
  • Inclusive Education Specialist
  • Co-Teaching or Collaboration Consultant
  • Educational Program Coordinator
  • Transition Services Specialist
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I want to guide the next generation. To help them think for themselves, formulate their own opinions, and ultimately just give them confidence.

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Prepare to Teach and Inspire Every Learner 

We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to an M.Ed. in Special Education as smooth and meaningful as possible. Our dedicated advisors will help you stay on track, build essential teaching skills, and move closer to earning New York State certification in Students with Disabilities (All Grades, P–12).

 

 

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Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term! 

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Next start term

Fall 2026

Deadline to apply

March 2

Start Your Degree

as soon as September 8, 2026.
 

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