Study abroad in New York City, United States: Most popular universities for Special Education.

Are you thinking of studying Special Education, abroad? Below you can find the most popular universities and programmes to study Special Education in New York City, United States. This list is based on visitors on the Studyportals websites, listing more than 150,000 English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes world-wide.



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The City University of New York

Every year, hundreds of thousands of students – including a record 274,000 degree-credit students – choose The City University of New York for a multitude of reasons that can be summed up as one: opportunity. Providing a quality, accessible education, regardless of background or means, has been CUNY’s mission since 1847.
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St. John's University

St. John's is one of America's leading Catholic universities – recognized for its superb academic programs and diverse campus community. Our Rome, Italy campus offers full degree graduate programs (Master of Arts in Government and Politics and Master of Business Administration) that can be completed entirely in Rome or partially in Rome and our New York campuses.
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Pace University

The modern society requires universities to break away from the past educational paradigm and change themselves. Now is the time for universities to focus their attention on fieldoriented education and research as well as to pursue practical education and research in order to foster talented students.
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New York University

Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 19 schools and colleges.
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Nyack College

Over one hundred and thirty years ago, God ignited an overwhelming love for people of every race and tongue in the heart of a Canadian named A.B. Simpson.
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Long Island University (LIU)

Long Island University's mission is to provide excellence and access in private higher education to people from all backgrounds who seek to expand their knowledge and prepare themselves for meaningful, educated lives and for service to their communities and the world.
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Most popular Special Education programmes for international students in New York City

These are the most popular programmes among international students who are looking for a Special Education degree in New York City.

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Adolescent Special Education,

The City University of New York

This master’s degree program (Academic Plan: AG712-MSED) is designed to prepare individuals to become special educaton generalist teachers at the adolescent level. Graduates are eligible for NYS certification in Students with Disabilities Grades 7-12, Generalist, rather than certification in a specific subject area.
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Childhood Special Education

Nyack College

The School of Education is committed to prepare candidates with practiced, research-based methodology that is character based, integrating the historical evangelical Christian tradition of the college, so they are ready to enter the inclusive classroom.
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Childhood Special Education Initial Certification

Nyack College

The School of Education is committed to prepare candidates with practiced, research-based methodology that is character based, integrating the historical evangelical Christian tradition of the college, so they are ready to enter the inclusive classroom.
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Special Education

Long Island University (LIU)

The 30-credit M.S. in Special Education at the Long Island University (LIU) will prepare you to create effective learning environments for students who face a variety of challenges, including intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbances, and learning disabilities. These areas of specialization are incorporated into one comprehensive program that covers grades 1 to 6.
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Education - Adolescent Education and Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12)

St. John's University

The program is designed to foster the ability of teachers to development of skills, attitudes, and abilities needed to identify and remediate major learning and behavior disorders, ranging from mild to profound, regardless of etiology. Attention is also paid to diagnosis, intervention, program planning and program evaluation.
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Communicative Sciences and Disorders

New York University

This interdisciplinary Communicative Sciences and Disorders program from New York University draws on linguistics, psychology, and physiology to explore normal communication processes and the nature of communication disorders.
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Interdisciplinary and Special Studies

The City University of New York

The Interdisciplinary and Special Studies at The City University of New Yorkmajor is designed for students who wish to develop their own concentration area in a subject not covered by any one department or program.   
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Special Education (Autism)

Long Island University (LIU)

The 30-credit M.S. in Special Education (Autism) at the Long Island University (LIU) prepares highly specialized educators to work with children and adults diagnosed on the autism spectrum. 
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To apply at one of these universities, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 9,000 organisations world-wide.

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About Special Education

Special Education degrees prepare professionals who can effectively teach students with special needs – which have mental or physical disabilities. Special Education degrees, offered by international universities and colleges, help future professors design effective teaching procedures, while adapting teaching methods, settings and materials to the needs and capabilities of students.

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