Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027
- Apply before Dec 2026, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
- Apply before Apr 2027, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
- Apply before Mar 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
- Apply before Jul 2027, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
- Apply before Apr 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
Language
English
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 81
- PTE Academic: 68
- IELTS: 7
Credits
72 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Iowa City, United States
Disciplines
Special Education
Overview
The Special Education program from The University of Iowa is designed to prepare you with skills to attain positions in research and leadership in institutes of higher education.
Features
- You will develop a program of study and conduct research in your area of interest related to special education.
- During the course of study, you are encouraged and supported to publish research and present their work at local and national conferences.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Through these opportunities and working closely with faculty, you will develop a strong portfolio and network that lead to faculty and research positions upon graduation.
- Your program advisor will help guide you through the requirements for degree completion.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: 3.5 — Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 81
- PTE Academic: 68
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor’s degree from a Regionally Accredited American College or University, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions
- Cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 3.50 or better on a four-point scale is preferred
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) General test (verbal and quantitative) combined score of at least 300 (preferred)
- Applicants whose first language is not English must score at least 100 (Internet-based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Experience and/or teaching licensure/certification
- For students without an M.A. thesis, an equivalent project must be completed
- An interview may be requested
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 46,592 AUD / year (approx. 32,776 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 46,592 AUD / year (approx. 32,776 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 19,658 AUD / year (approx. 13,829 USD / year)
Living costs
Iowa City, United States
1,687-2,617 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Below you will find PhD scholarship opportunities for Special Education.