by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 11 schools in Alabama to determine which ones were the best for elementary education students pursuing a master's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 538 master's degrees in elementary education to qualified students.
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The elementary teaching master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for elementary education students working on their master's degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Elementary Education Master's Degree Schools in Alabama ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in elementary education.
It's difficult to beat University of West Alabama if you wish to pursue a master's degree in elementary education. Located in the rural area of Livingston, University of West Alabama is a public university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from University of West Alabama
The University of Alabama is a great decision for individuals pursuing a master's degree in elementary education. Located in the small city of Tuscaloosa, UA is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from The University of Alabama
It's hard to beat University of Alabama at Birmingham if you want to pursue a master's degree in elementary education. Located in the midsize city of Birmingham, UAB is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from University of Alabama at Birmingham
It is difficult to beat Troy University if you want to pursue a master's degree in elementary education. TROY is a large public university located in the remote town of Troy.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Troy University
Located in the small city of Florence, UNA is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from University of North Alabama
USA is a fairly large public university located in the midsize city of Mobile.More information about a master’s in elementary education from University of South Alabama
Montevallo is a small public university located in the suburb of Montevallo.More information about a master’s in elementary education from University of Montevallo
Located in the small suburb of Jacksonville, Jacksonville State University is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Jacksonville State University
Located in the rural area of Mobile, University of Mobile is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from University of Mobile
Located in the midsize city of Montgomery, AUM is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Auburn University at Montgomery
Explore all the Best Elementary Education Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 422 | 182 |
| Georgia | 370 | 541 |
| North Carolina | 334 | 137 |
| Virginia | 331 | 456 |
| Tennessee | 313 | 72 |
| Kentucky | 268 | 154 |
| South Carolina | 260 | 46 |
| Louisiana | 250 | 68 |
| Mississippi | 243 | 145 |
| Arkansas | 187 | 65 |
| West Virginia | 164 | 1 |
Elementary Education is one of 13 different types of Teacher Education Grade Specific programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Secondary Education | 338 |
| Early Childhood Education | 134 |
| Teacher Education | 106 |
| Adult & Continuing Education | 84 |
