Master of Science in Bilingual Education with a Specialization in Special Education Online
Broaden your expertise as an educational leader to meet the needs of diverse and exceptional students who are learning two languages.
Program Overview
Focus on your future with our Master of Science in Bilingual Education with a Specialization in Special Education online
Gain a strong understanding of the intellectual, linguistic and emotional needs of bilingual special education students to empower them and provide the support they require to thrive with an online Master of Science in Bilingual Education with a Specialization in Special Education from TAMIU Online. Learn the most effective ways of serving children and adults with mild to severe learning or physical disabilities through adaptive, bilingual services and programs.
Specialization courses for this special education master's program will prepare you to employ evidence-based practice for students with disabilities. Analyze issues of disabilities throughout the student's lifespan. Learn measurement and evaluation techniques to enrich the education of bilingual learners. Develop skills in applying specialized classroom and behavior management techniques as well as collaborating and consulting with families, school personnel and community members in educational settings.
Our accelerated, 7-week courses are delivered in an online format designed to maximize flexibility for working educators. You can complete this 33 credit-hour program quickly.
**This program is eligible for the TEACH Grant.
Graduates of this M.S. in Bilingual Education – Special Education online program will be able to:
- Synthesize and analyze current research to promote implementation of bilingual education programs
- Utilize evidenced-based practices, methodologies, and biliterate/bicultural teaching and assessment practices to meet the needs of the local, state and global community
- Engage in critical thinking through implementation and evaluation of bilingual pedagogy
- Synthesize and analyze current research to promote implementation of bilingual education programs
- Utilize evidenced-based practices, methodologies, and biliterate/bicultural teaching and assessment practices to meet the needs of the local, state and global community
- Engage in critical thinking through implementation and evaluation of bilingual pedagogy
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Accreditation
The Texas A&M International University College of Education is accredited by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification.
Also available:
Texas A&M International University offers a variety of in-demand online education programs. Explore all of our online education programs.
Tuition
Our affordable tuition is easy on your budget
Tuition for the M.S. in Bilingual Education with a Specialization in Special Education online program is affordable and can be paid by the course. All fees are included.
In-State Tuition:
The following tuition applies only to Texas residents.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Bilingual Education – Special Education | $367 | $ | $12,111 |
Out-of-State Tuition:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Bilingual Education – Special Education | $1,030 | $33,990 |
*Tuition subject to change.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Stay on top of important dates and deadlines
The M.S. in Bilingual Education with a Specialization in Special Education online program is delivered online, featuring 7-week courses and six start dates each year. Choose the start date that is best for you.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring II | 3/18/24 | 3/4/24 | 3/11/24 | 3/16/24 | 5/3/24 |
| Summer I | 5/13/24 | 4/29/24 | 5/6/24 | 5/10/24 | 7/2/24 |
| Summer II | 7/8/24 | 6/24/24 | 7/1/24 | 7/5/24 | 8/23/24 |
| Fall I | 8/26/24 | 8/12/24 | 8/19/24 | 8/23/24 | 10/11/24 |
| Fall II | 10/21/24 | 10/7/24 | 10/14/24 | 10/18/24 | 12/10/24 |
| Spring I | 1/21/25 | 1/6/25 | 1/13/25 | 1/17/25 | 3/8/25 |
| Spring II | 3/24/25 | 3/10/25 | 3/17/25 | 3/21/25 | 5/9/25 |
| Summer I | 5/19/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/12/25 | 5/16/25 | 7/5/25 |
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Admissions
Applying for the M.S. in Bilingual Education with a Specialization in Special Education online program is a simple process. Learn more about the admission requirements below.
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 2.75 GPA on the last 60 hours
International Transcript Evaluation:
TAMIU does their own foreign credential evaluations. Graduate School does not require third party evaluations nor are obligated to accept the results, or GPA calculations, if an evaluation is submitted. If an applicant submits an official evaluation, the evaluation does not replace official transcripts or certificates of graduation.
Official transcripts from all institutions attended can be sent to:
Texas A&M International University
Graduate School
Senator Judith Zaffirini Student Success Center, Suite 223
5201 University Boulevard
Laredo, TX 78041
OR
Electronically to [email protected]
Former TAMIU students do not need to submit TAMIU transcripts.
For documents other than transcripts, please upload to your application portal located here. If transcripts are uploaded to the portal, you will be asked to resend all official transcripts by mail or email and will delay the application process.
Have a question? Call us at 844-872-8712.
Courses
Here's what you will study in our online M.S. in Bilingual Education – Special Education program
Curriculum for the M.S. in Bilingual Education with a Specialization in Special Education online program is comprised of 11 courses (33 credit hours). Students are required to take six core courses and five specialization courses.
**The maximum grant amount can vary by year. TEACH Grants are available to qualified applicants who enroll in a TEACH Grant eligible program and require approved recipients to sign a service agreement for certain teaching service obligations. If you do not meet the requirements of your service obligation, the grant will turn into a loan that must be repaid, with interest. For more information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/teach#eligibility or contact the Texas A&M International University Financial Aid Office.
