Andrews University School of Education Special Education Andrews University Berrien Springs, MI 49104 US   Phone: 1-269-471-3481 Fax: 1-269-471-6374   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.S. - Master of Science on Education, Emphasis on Special Education Certificate Special Education On Campus   The Andrews University, School of Education, TLC Department, SPED/LD program seeks to prepare professionals who can work effectively within complex work and cultural systems marked by diversity, interdependence, and accelerating change. It is the philosophy of the program to equip highly trained individuals in the practices of self reflection and self-evaluation, leading to an openness of growth and change within self, others, the profession, and society built upon a personal faith structure. Vast personnel shortages exist in the field of Special Education, and the department actively markets our graduates via mailing,s Internet postings and professional networking. Graduate assistantships, scholarships and grants are available upon application through the School of Education Dean's Office.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited American university or senior college.  Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements If English is not the first language and/or not the language of instruction in secondary and post-secondary study,a minimum TOEFL score of 550 on the paper-based test or 213 in the computer based test, or a MELAB score of 80, is required.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: GRE Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: 2.60 English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Clinical Internship:   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements -Two recommendation letters -Statement of purpose *Upon admission to the program, individuals will be required to provide appropriate documentation of teaching credentials if they are seeking Michigan State Special Education/Learning Disabilities endorsement. Teachers from outside the State of Michigan should inquire about their state Special Education licensure prior to admission.    Cost Per Credit Hour: $ 765.00  Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 335  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 737  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $700  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $16790  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black:   Religious Affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist