Educational Specialist in Educational Psychology in Tuscaloosa United States | University of Alabama

University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa United States
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Qualification
First-Professional Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 31,460
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The University of Alabama's School Psychology Program offers outstanding graduate education focused on research and practical applications concerning children's and adolescents' learning, development, and mental health, along with family support. The EdS curriculum features a cohesive, structured learning path combining thorough academic instruction with hands-on field training. Students engage in classes and workshops covering assessment techniques, intervention strategies, preventive measures, consultation methods, professional practices, sociocultural contexts, psychological principles, developmental studies, statistical analysis, and additional specialized topics. The program mandates substantial practical training through fieldwork placements, internships, and research projects. Upon completion, graduates qualify to pursue EdS-level certification from state educational authorities.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Each international applicant must hold the equivalent of a U.S. four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution to be eligible for graduate admission. While individual departments may have more stringent requirements, bachelor degrees from Bologna Accord certified institutions are considered to meet this criterion. We do also consider Indian three-year degrees to be equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree.

A statement of purpose and letters of recommendation consistent with goals of the program, GRE score of 300 or above, and a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale are needed for regular admission. Prospective students are encouraged to complete their applications by January 15 for admission the following fall.



TOEFL : The minimum score for admission to a degree program or for non-degree admission is 79 on the internet-based TOEFL (iBT).
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): The minimum score for admission to a degree program or for non-degree admission is 6.5.
TOEFL paper-based score of 550 and above

Tuition USD 31,460

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