by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 12 schools in Alabama to determine which ones were the best for secondary education students pursuing a master's degree. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 338 master's degrees in secondary education during the 2020-2021 academic year.
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The secondary 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. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
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 secondary education students working on their master's degree.
The secondary teaching school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Secondary Education Master's Degree Schools in Alabama.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in secondary education.
It's difficult to beat Auburn University if you want to pursue a master's degree in secondary education. Auburn is a fairly large public university located in the city of Auburn.More information about a master’s in secondary education from Auburn University
Any student pursuing a degree in a master's degree in secondary education needs to take a look at University of West Alabama. 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 secondary education from University of West Alabama
The University of Alabama is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a master's degree in secondary education. Located in the city of Tuscaloosa, UA is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in secondary education from The University of Alabama
Samford University is a wonderful option for individuals interested in a master's degree in secondary education. Located in the large suburb of Birmingham, Samford is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a master’s in secondary education from Samford University
Located in the medium-sized city of Birmingham, UAB is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in secondary education from University of Alabama at Birmingham
TROY is a large public university located in the town of Troy.More information about a master’s in secondary education from Troy University
Located in the city of Florence, UNA is a public university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a master’s in secondary 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 secondary education from University of South Alabama
Montevallo is a small public university located in the large suburb of Montevallo.More information about a master’s in secondary education from University of Montevallo
Located in the midsize city of Huntsville, UAH is a public university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a master’s in secondary education from University of Alabama in Huntsville
Explore all the Best Secondary Education Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 422 | 28 |
| Georgia | 370 | 231 |
| North Carolina | 334 | 20 |
| Virginia | 331 | 155 |
| Tennessee | 313 | 78 |
| Kentucky | 268 | 108 |
| South Carolina | 260 | 105 |
| Louisiana | 250 | 56 |
| Mississippi | 243 | 138 |
| Arkansas | 187 | 128 |
| West Virginia | 164 | 0 |
Secondary Education is one of 13 different types of Teacher Education Grade Specific programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Elementary Education | 538 |
| Early Childhood Education | 134 |
| Teacher Education | 106 |
| Adult & Continuing Education | 84 |
