Master of Arts in Teaching with a Specialization in Special Education – General Curriculum Online
Prepare to help all learners reach their potential as a teacher leader in special education.
Program Overview
Get a snapshot of UNCP’s master’s in special education online program
Equip yourself to meet the diverse needs of exceptional children in K-12 school settings by earning your Master of Arts in Teaching with a Specialization in Special Education – General Curriculum online from UNC Pembroke. This recognized educator preparation program is a convenient and affordable pathway ideal for special education teachers seeking initial teaching licensure in the state of North Carolina.
As a student, you will conduct a comprehensive study of instructional and behavioral techniques for providing the appropriate supports and strategies for students with mild to moderate disabilities that access the general curriculum, North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCOS). Expand your understanding of the policies, process and procedures for providing special education services and the contemporary issues that impact professional roles. Emphasizing the relationship between research and practice, the curriculum also covers the psychometric measures and data available to evaluate and respond to the progress of individual students.
This special education M.A.T. program incorporates rigorous, 100% online coursework, field experience and an internship in a public school setting. Learn from the UNCP School of Education’s expert faculty and benefit from our reputation for preparing and retaining teachers in their originating schools.
Graduate from this online special education degree program prepared for specialized educational roles, such as:
- Special Education Teacher
- Teacher Leader
- Special Education Teacher
- Teacher Leader
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Accreditation
All educator preparation programs at The University of North Carolina Pembroke are approved by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
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Tuition
Learn more about our affordable tuition
Tuition for our affordable special education degree online program is priced with the working student in mind—plus, you can pay by the course. Financial aid may be available for students who qualify. Financial aid may be available for students who qualify.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Fees Per Credit Hour | Distance Fee Per Term | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.A.T. – Special Education – General Curriculum (in-state resident) | $237.78 | $713.34 | $33.05 | $36.75 | $9,227 |
| M.A.T. – Special Education – General Curriculum (out-of-state) | $963.28 | $2,889.84 | $33.05 | $36.75 | $30,992 |
Tuition is based on a cadence of 6-9 credit hours per semester, which is two 7-week terms. Tuition will be capped at the per semester, full-time enrollment levels of nine (9) credit hours for graduate students.
Please consult with your advisor for more information.
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Additional Fees
One-Time Fees
Application Fee - $55 domestic/$60 internationalOrientation Fee - $20
Graduation Fee - $100 (students will be charged an additional $25 if fee is not paid on time)
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Preview our application deadlines and class schedules
For the convenience of our master’s in special education online students, the School of Education offers multiple start dates each year. View the full calendar for upcoming deadlines, including when to turn in all required documents, register for classes and pay tuition for your desired program start date.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/30/24 | 1/2/25 | 1/6/25 | 1/9/25 | 2/28/25 |
| Spring II | 3/17/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/6/25 | 3/10/25 | 3/13/25 | 5/2/25 |
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/1/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/8/25 | 6/27/25 |
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/19/25 | 6/23/25 | 6/26/25 | 8/15/25 |
| Fall I | 8/25/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/18/25 | 8/21/25 | 10/10/25 |
| Fall II | 10/20/25 | 10/6/25 | 10/9/25 | 10/13/25 | 10/16/25 | 12/5/25 |
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Admissions
Follow our streamlined admission requirements for this master’s degree in special education
The School of Education admission process is the first step toward earning your special education teaching degree online. Find out the requirements for the program and what additional materials are needed.
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- 2.75 cumulative GPA or 2.65-2.75 GPA for provisional admission
- No GRE required for admission
To be eligible for consideration for full or provisional admission, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Submit a completed online application
- Pay a $55 non-refundable application fee ($60 for international applicants and waived for military members)
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
- 2.75 minimum cumulative GPA; or 2.65-2.75 GPA for provisional admission
- Three professional references
- 150-250 word personal statement. Please include a brief discussion of your current (or future) teaching assignment in your statement of purpose.
- Submit Admission to Educator Preparation Acknowledgement Form
- No GRE or GMAT required
The electronic and physical information for submitting transcripts:
UNC Pembroke The Graduate School
PO Box 1510
One University Drive
Pembroke, NC 28372
UNCP will accept transcripts electronically - [email protected]
Courses
Take a look at the online master’s degree in special education courses
To earn this special education general curriculum online master’s degree, students must complete 10 core courses and an internship in a public school setting for a total of 30 credit hours.
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*Tuition rate (in-state: $237.78 /credit hour plus $36.75 flat fee; out-of-state: $963.28 /credit hour plus $36.75 flat fee) is based on a cadence of 6-9 credit hours per semester which is two 7-week terms. Tuition will be capped at the per semester, full-time enrollment levels of nine (9) credit hours for graduate students. Please consult with the bursar’s office for more information.
**Time to completion may vary depending on your start date. Speak with your Enrollment Specialist for more details.
