a bachelor’s or master’s degree at a regionally accredited college or university in the US, or the equivalent of such degrees in another country, will be considered for admission.
The Graduate College requires as a minimum standard a “B” average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, in a program of study resulting in the award of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants who have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale can be considered for provisional admission.
Admission to the University of Nebraska at Omaha Graduate College
Admission to the graduate program in Special Education, College of Education
Bachelor's degree with a valid teaching certificate or completion of the deficiencies necessary for teacher certification
One official copy of transcripts for ALL institutions previously attended
Application Fee
If English is not the language of nurture, official test scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE exam are required
500 on the written TOEFL
173 on the computer-based TOEFL
61 on the internet-based TOEFL
5.5 on the IELTS
44 on the PTE
Minimum GPA of at least 3.0 in undergraduate courses related to proposed major
Two Letters of Recommendation. Must submit the name and email of two persons who are well acquainted with the applicant’s undergraduate academic work, the applicant’s potential to do graduate work, and/or the applicant’s professional competence.
Statement of Purpose. Include a formal written statement, at least one page in length, of why you want to pursue a Master's degree in Special Education in Mild/Moderate Disabilities or Behavior Disorders. Additional experiences with individuals with disabilities and career aspirations.
Personal and Professional Fitness Form (Formerly Rule 20/21)
Copy of Teaching Certificate