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Educational Leadership, MA

At University of Alabama

Location

United States

Qualification

Master degree

Fees

USD35924

(2026)

Duration

2 Year(s)

Next intake

13.01.2027

Course info

A Master of Arts degree (30 semester hours) in educational leadership leading to Alabama Class A Instructional Leader certification provides students with initial certification in Alabama for Instructional Leadership in P-12 schools. The coursework provides students with a thorough knowledge and understanding of the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures in the field of instructional leadership. Candidates learn to work with students, families, and communities in ways that reflect the professionalism and expertise expected of educational leaders. The program content is consistent with state and national standards. A reduced-hour option to earn Class A Instructional Leader certification is available for applicants who qualify.An Overseas master's degree program in Educational Leadership is available to overseas students. The Overseas program does not lead to professional licensure or certification.

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Duration: 2 Year(s)

Fees: USD35924

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2027	Tuscaloosa
Fall (August), 2027	Tuscaloosa

Entry requirements for University of Alabama

Minimum requirements include:

a valid Alabama Class A professional educator certificate in a teaching field or instructional support area,

a minimum of three full years of full-time, acceptable professional educational experience in a P-12 setting, which must include at least one full year of full-time P-12 classroom teaching experience,

a graduate GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale,

submission of a portfolio before participation in the assessment process, which will include an interview, and

submission of a writing sample in a sit-down format and a review by the program admission committee.

English Language Requirements: TOEFL score 79; IELTS score 6.5; PTE score 59; Duolingo English Test score 105.

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Application Deadline

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Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University of Alabama. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.