Overview

The student’s plan of studies (POS) committee, including the committee chair (usually the student’s advisor), will determine, with the student, a sequence of learning experiences that fit the match of interests with expertise.

Before acceptance to the Special Education program at The University of Alabama, the department sees if a student’s interest matches faculty expertise in that particular area. Once accepted, the student works with the POS committee if interests change.

Features

Our intent is to produce top scholars, which is best achieved by fostering the student’s interests.

Furthermore, our philosophy is that doctoral students and faculty often learn together; therefore, many interests in the special-education field can be accommodated in SPEMA.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Behavior disorders and prevention

Early childhood special education/early intervention

Gifted and talented

Non-categorical special education

Severe disabilities

Transitions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

66 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tuscaloosa, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to the minimum Graduate School admission requirements, to be considered for regular admission an application must include:

A recent (within the last five years) GRE score of 300 or higher.
An earned MA degree in special education (or a related area) with an accomplished scholarly record at the master's level
Three years of appropriate experience (defined as three years of work in agencies serving children and youth, one year of which must have been spent in direct, full-time interaction with exceptional children)
A demonstrated commitment to a scholarly career in special education
A successful presentation to the department
A successful interview process with faculty members.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34542 USD / year

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Out-of-State

34542 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

11684 USD / year

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Living costs

Tuscaloosa

United States

850 - 1300 USD / month

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