Application Deadline
Spring 2026
- Open Date: January 1, 2025
- Deadline: December 1, 2025
- Classes Start: January 13, 2026
Fall 2026
- Open Date: September 1, 2025
- Deadline: August 1, 2026
- Classes Start: September 1, 2026
Eligibility
Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Application Requirements
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If documents have been generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI), your application may be denied.
- Complete the Online Application
Official Transcripts
Submit one official transcript from each college or university attended.
- If you are a previous or current 91勛圖厙 student, your 91勛圖厙 transcripts will be ordered by the admissions team on your behalf.
Official transcripts can be emailed or mailed to:
Graduate Admissions Operations
AD Box 102
502 E. Boone Avenue
Spokane, WA 99258-0068
Recommendations
Request (2) letters of recommendation through the online application. Your references will be contacted directly via email with directions for submitting their letters of recommendation and evaluation checklist on your behalf. Please note: recommendations from family members are not accepted.
Statement of Purpose
Submit an essay, in your own words, that is well written and organized. It must also include the following:
- Describe your interest in the M Ed. Special Education degree
- Assess your strengths
- Describes what you hope to gain from this graduate degree.
Resumé
- Submit your current resumé or curriculum vitae of professional experience.
Scholarship
If you are interested in applying for scholarships, please submit a supplemental document answering the following questions:
- Question 1:What experiences have led you to the decision to pursue a career in special education? How has your background influenced your perspective on teaching?
- Question 2: How would receiving this scholarship impact your ability to succeed in the Master’s in Special Education program?
- Question 3:Do you have experience working with persons with exceptionalities? If so, for how many years?
Military-Connected & Veteran Students
- Currently, all active-duty military members must have permission/approval from an Education Services Officer (ESO), Military Counselor, or the Military Service prior to applying.
- For more information on how to apply for the GI Bill and related benefits, please visit the page.
- Visit 91勛圖厙’s for more information regarding benefits and student support
Questions?
Contact
Meg Martens
Call or Text: (509) 313-6243
Email: martens@gonzaga.edu