MS
Special Education
Application Deadline
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
Additional Requirements
Six to ten applicants are admitted each year.
- Evidence of successful experience working with students at risk or with disabilities
- Preference given to applicants who have a teaching license in general education, special education, or a related service qualification
Six to ten applicants are admitted each year.
Program Requirements
The BYU Special Education MS program prepares graduates to provide collaborative leadership in schools to facilitate the academic and social development of all students, including individuals with disabilities with challenging behavior. The program includes a verified course sequence to prepare graduates to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts. In addition, graduates learn about systemic approaches to creating equitable and effective learning environments through a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Response to Intervention (RTI), and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS). The masters program is open to teachers, special and general educators, as well as students from other disciplines. Classes are offered in the evening to accommodate teachers’ work schedules during fall, winter, and spring semesters.
Requirements for Degree
Requirements for Degree
Program Outcomes
Historical, philosophical, & conceptual issues in services for people with disabilities
Analyze historical, philosophical, and conceptual issues in behavior analytic service delivery for people with disabilities in school, home, and clinical settings.
Effective Writing
Design, conduct, write, and defend a comprehensive manuscript based upon original research. Students prepare and orally defend a written thesis based upon research in current issues in education. Students learn effective communication skills to interact with clients, parents, administrators, and others they interact with in a professional capacity.
Professional issues in behavior analytic service delivery for people with disabilities
Develop competencies around the use of evidence-based practice to assess strengths and identify challenges to create programs to improve academic skill building, develop social and emotional skills, and reduce problem behaviors.
Leadership, Supervision, Collaboration, and Consultation
Demonstrate knowledge of effective leadership skills to supervise emerging professionals, work collaboratively with professionals, paraprofessionals, and families of children who are at risk or have disabilities, and to provide effective consultation with stakeholders.
Ethical and Legal Issues in Services for People with Disabilities
Demonstrate knowledge of ethical principles and legal procedures for providing services to individuals with disabilities in school, home, and clinical settings.
Research Issues in Special Education, Behavior Analysis, and Related Disciplines
Analyze current research design and methodology issues in educational research and service delivery for people with disabilities in school, home, and clinical settings.
Analyze historical, philosophical, and conceptual issues in behavior analytic service delivery for people with disabilities in school, home, and clinical settings.
Effective Writing
Design, conduct, write, and defend a comprehensive manuscript based upon original research. Students prepare and orally defend a written thesis based upon research in current issues in education. Students learn effective communication skills to interact with clients, parents, administrators, and others they interact with in a professional capacity.
Professional issues in behavior analytic service delivery for people with disabilities
Develop competencies around the use of evidence-based practice to assess strengths and identify challenges to create programs to improve academic skill building, develop social and emotional skills, and reduce problem behaviors.
Leadership, Supervision, Collaboration, and Consultation
Demonstrate knowledge of effective leadership skills to supervise emerging professionals, work collaboratively with professionals, paraprofessionals, and families of children who are at risk or have disabilities, and to provide effective consultation with stakeholders.
Ethical and Legal Issues in Services for People with Disabilities
Demonstrate knowledge of ethical principles and legal procedures for providing services to individuals with disabilities in school, home, and clinical settings.
Research Issues in Special Education, Behavior Analysis, and Related Disciplines
Analyze current research design and methodology issues in educational research and service delivery for people with disabilities in school, home, and clinical settings.
Program Stats
Characteristics of Students from Past Academic Year
Total Students
25.0
International
3.0
Male
2.0
Female
23.0
LDS
25.0
BYU Undergraduate
15.0
Three Year Average Test Scores of Admitted Student
GMAT Composite Score
450.0
Five Year Average of Graduated Students
Average Years to Degree
1.89
Graduated Per Year
18.2
GMAT Quantitative Percentile
67.5
Five Year Average of Admitted Students
Applied Per Year
9.0
Admitted Per Year
6.8
Percent Admitted
75.56
Average GPA
3.8
Courses and Faculty