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Utah Valley University stands out among Utah's Special Education programs with a net price of just $8,463, making it significantly cheaper than private options like Westminster University at $26,536. Weber State University graduates earn the highest starting salaries at $40,419, while Brigham Young University produces the most graduates with an 82.2% completion rate. Utah's growing tech sector and healthcare industry create steady demand for special education professionals, particularly as the state's population continues expanding rapidly.
8
Programs
$8,463 – $26,536
Net Price Range
$37,338
Avg. Program Earnings
58.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Special Education and Teaching Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,463 $6,270 40.7%
2 $10,442 $8,300 50.9%
3 $10,722 $6,391 43.0%
4 $11,432 $6,770 59.0% 83.9%
5 $12,869 $9,228 57.3% 93.7%
6 $13,172 $9,315 63.9% 89.1%
7 $14,487 $6,496 82.2% 66.7%
8 $26,536 $41,416 69.4% 69.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge price difference between Utah's cheapest and most expensive Special Education programs?

Public universities like Utah Valley University charge $8,463 net price compared to Westminster University's $26,536, creating an $18,000+ gap. Public schools benefit from state funding that keeps costs low, while private institutions rely on tuition revenue.

How do graduation rates vary among Utah's Special Education programs?

Brigham Young University leads with 82.2% of students completing their degrees, followed by Westminster at 69.4%. Public universities range from Utah Valley's 40.7% to University of Utah's 63.9%, showing significant variation in student success rates.

Where do Special Education graduates earn the most after completing Utah programs?

Weber State University graduates start at $40,419 annually, the highest among tracked schools. Utah State follows at $38,878, while Brigham Young graduates begin at $32,569 despite the program's high completion rate.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.