University Of Alabama - [UAB], Alabama, Birmingham - Courses & Fees

Birmingham, Alabama

University Public College

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MA in Early Childhood Education at the University Of Alabama is offered as a 2-years program.
This university is ranked #2 by Niche for best college in Alabama 2020.
It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
The traditional master’s program leads to a certification in early childhood education (birth – 8) only and is intended for students who currently have a teacher certification.
Traditional master’s students gain knowledge and experience in working with young children with special needs and their families.
The MA program consists of 33 credits.

Important Dates

Applications are opened throughout the year.

Event	End Date
Summer Entry Application Deadline	May 1, 2022
Fall Application Deadline	Aug 1, 2022
Spring Entry Application Deadline	Dec 1, 2022

Fees & Funding

Tution & Application Fees

Year	Year 1	Year 2
Tuition Fees	$14040	$14040
Total Fees	$14040	$14040

Living Costs

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing and Board	$13290

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field or equivalent from a recognized institution.
A GPA of at least 2.75/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.
Applicants must meet the current basic skills requirements of the Alabama Educator Certification Assessment Program (AECAP).
Applicants must hold current teaching certification in Early Childhood Education.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class with a GPA of at least 3.0 are required in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.

Scores Required

80 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

59 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

290 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE

2.75 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

Duolingo English Test Minimum Score: 105

Required Document List

The following required documents are:

Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

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Career and Placement after Course

The careers after graduation are:

Preschool Teacher
Kindergarten & Elementary School Teacher
Nanny
Childcare Center Director
Childcare Worker
Special Education Teacher
School Counselor or Psychologist

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Amount	International Students Eligible	Application Deadline
Deutschland Stipendium Program	$4363	Yes	N/A
JN Tata Endowment Scholarship	Variable	Yes	Mar 7, 2023
Paul Foundation scholarships	$20174	Yes	N/A
Fulbright-Nehru Masters Fellowships	Variable	Yes	May 17, 2023