Overview

The Low Incidence Disabilities programme at the University of Kansas provides specialised training for educators dedicated to supporting students with extensive and pervasive support needs. This Master of Science in Education focuses on inclusive, strengths-based strategies to enhance the learning and development of individuals with significant disabilities.

Students engage with a curriculum designed to address the complexities of autism, sensory impairments, and multiple disabilities. The programme emphasises practical application, ensuring that graduates can implement effective service delivery models in diverse educational settings. By focusing on student values and preferences, the course fosters a deeply person-centred approach to special education.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 20712 per year
National fee: USD 20712 per year
Local fee: USD 8806 per year

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Careers with Low Incidence Disabilities

Graduates are equipped to take on leadership and specialist roles within the education sector. The programme prepares individuals to apply the latest evidence-based practices in classrooms, administrative offices, and consultancy environments. Many alumni pursue careers as licensed special education teachers or inclusion specialists.

The degree also opens pathways into instructional coaching and consultancy, where graduates support other educators in implementing inclusive strategies. Employment opportunities are found in public and private schools, as well as specialised service providers. Potential job titles for graduates of this programme include:

Special education teacher
Program specialist
Instructional Coach
Instructional Consultant
Inclusion Specialist
Itinerant teacher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Assessment and Methods of Teaching Students with Low Incidence Disabilities in Inclusive Settings

Practicum with Exceptional Children & Youth: Low-Incidence

Methods in Access and Inclusion in the Core Curriculum

Methods: Functional Behavioral Assessment, Positive Behavior Support and Classroom ManagementTransition Education and Services from Childhood through Adulthood

Transition Education and Services from Childhood through Adulthood

Understanding Research in Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lawrence, United States

Disciplines

Education Special Education Health Sciences View 874 other Masters in Special Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Letter of Introduction
Regular admission requires a bachelor’s degree and a grade-point average (GPA) of at least a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale)

Professional Resume

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Letters of Reference

Official Proof of English Proficiency

Official Statement of Financial Documentation

Professional Disposition Assessment
This Master’s degree in Special Education with an emphasis in Low-Incidence Disabilities is available for special education professionals at the main campus in Lawrence, Kansas.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20712 USD / year

≈ 20712 USD / year
Out-of-State

20712 USD / year

≈ 20712 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

8806 USD / year

≈ 8806 USD / year

Living costs

Lawrence

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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