Special Education

Welcome to the Special Education Department at Portland State University

The Special Education Department offers a variety programs.

If you have questions, please call 503/725-4619 or 1-800/547-8887 x4619

Special Education Teacher Loan Cancellation

Special Education Teachers may qualify for 100% loan forgiveness (Perkins) or up to $17,500 in loan forgiveness (Stafford) depending upon criteria requirements and type of loan. If you are considering becoming a Special Education Teacher and accessing financial aid, you can find more information, including application and requirements, by visiting:

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/teachercancel.jsp?tab=repaying

Profiles

Meet Professor Regina Moreno: How can special educators assure Free Appropriate Public Education when planning for students with significant disabilities and the paraprofessionals who work with them? Faculty member, Regina Moreno can tell you how to apply practical evidence-based strategies. >

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FAQs

Can the personal counseling requirement be done before coming to PSU? If not, does PSU Counseling and Psychological Services provide counseling at a reduced rate? >

Where do Counselor Education students complete their internships? >

Do I need to own a computer? >

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