The Special Education program at Lewis University offers students a deep knowledge base in special education and disability theory, as well as effective evidence-based instructional strategies for students who receive special education supports and services in public and private schools. Upon graduation, students will be prepared to teach students with disabilities, Kindergarten to age 22.
SAMPLE COURSES
Integrating Educational and Assistive Technology into the Classroom
Disability Studies in Education
Transitions and Students with High Support Needs
Assessment for Learning
Partnerships for Inclusive Education
Instructional Planning and Performance Based Assessment
CAREER OPTIONS
Special Education Teacher
Social and Human Services Assistant
Paediatric Hospital Educator
ON CAMPUS OPPORTUNITIES
Educators Rising
Best Buddies Illinois
Catholic and Lasallian Educators Program
Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education (KDP)
Black Student Union (BSU)
Latin American Student Organization (LASO)
Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
Expected November 2025
Start date
January 2025
College of Education and Social Sciences
Lewis University,
One University Parkway,
ROMEOVILLE,
Illinois,
60446, United States
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
Expected November 2025
Start date
January 2025
College of Education and Social Sciences
Lewis University,
One University Parkway,
ROMEOVILLE,
Illinois,
60446, United States
Applicants must have graduated from an approved high school with a combination of grade point average, class rank, and ACT or SAT score which indicates a strong likelihood of success in university studies.
Completion of an introductory level methods course
Cumulative GPA of 2.75 (to enroll in the introductory methods course and to continue in the program)
English Proficiency Exams
IELTS - Minimum 6.5; TOEFL IBT - Minimum 79; PTE-A - Minimum 52; Duolingo Academic - Minimum 105.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Lewis University places a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning with small class sizes and a personalized teaching approach.
