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Education Schools in Alabama

In 2020-2021, 3,231 students earned their Education degrees in AL.

In terms of popularity, Education is the 3rd most popular major in the state out of a total 30 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Education Majors in Alabama

Education majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 2,455
Post-Master’s Certificate 586
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 586
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 190
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 190
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 190

Gender Distribution

In Alabama, a education major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of education majors in Alabama is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.4%
  • Black or African American: 22.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.7%
  • White: 64.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.0%
  • Other Races: 8.4%
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Jobs for Education Grads in Alabama

In this state, there are 96,880 people employed in jobs related to an education degree, compared to 8,653,610 nationwide.

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Wages for Education Jobs in Alabama

A typical salary for a education grad in the state is $65,450, compared to a typical salary of $77,170 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Alabama that offer education degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

1,275 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
5,734 Total Students

47% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, University of West Alabama grads earn an average salary of $34,478. The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average.

329 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
30,737 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $24,018. 87% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1.

292 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,563 Total Students

A typical student attending UAB will pay a net price of $16,530. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,271 after earning their degree at this institution.

251 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
9,238 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 78% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $34,081 after graduation. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $17,523.

175 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
37,840 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.34 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,917. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time.

173 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
14,224 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $36,829 a year. 63% of the teachers are full time. A typical student attending USA will pay a net price of $16,826.

159 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
16,497 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 54%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,992. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1.

144 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
8,086 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.67 years. The student loan default rate of 8.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

106 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
5,212 Total Students

The average student takes 4.92 years to complete their degree at AUM. This public school has an average net price of $13,678. 71% of the teachers are full time.

#10

Samford University

Birmingham
94 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,729 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. In their early career, Samford grads earn an average salary of $45,778.

Education Careers in AL

Some of the careers education majors go into include:

Job Title AL Job Growth AL Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 35% $95,190
Special Education Preschool Teachers 20% $46,590
Business Professors 18% $85,800
Environmental Science Professors 17% $0
Geography Professors 17% $76,640
Economics Professors 14% $101,090
Biological Science Professors 13% $0
Psychology Professors 13% $64,810
Education, Training, and Library Workers 11% $28,170
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors 11% $54,450
Recreation and Fitness Studies Professors 10% $64,040
Foreign Language and Literature Professors 10% $56,940
Coaches and Scouts 10% $29,880
Self-Enrichment Education Teachers 10% $38,830
Interpreters and Translators 9% $38,630
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 9% $62,570
Mathematical Science Professors 9% $61,290
Chemistry Professors 8% $75,010
Preschool Teachers 8% $21,460
Education Professors 7% $69,040
Postsecondary Education Administrators 7% $93,250
Sociology Professors 7% $63,980
English Language and Literature Professors 7% $56,290
Political Science Professors 6% $73,900
Computer Science Professors 6% $81,610
History Professors 6% $63,440
Physics Postsecondary Professors 6% $80,620
Home Economics Professors 6% $74,130
Preschool Education Administrators 6% $35,060
Education Administrators 5% $98,110
Instructional Coordinators 5% $78,270
Librarians 5% $55,970
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 5% $51,880
Teachers 5% $0
Teacher Assistants 4% $20,090
Agricultural Sciences Professors 4% $85,060
Middle School Special Education Teachers 4% $55,140
Elementary and Secondary School Education Administrators 4% $80,960
High School Teachers 3% $51,440
Kindergarten Teachers 3% $44,620
Vocational Education Professors 3% $48,290
Middle School Teachers 3% $51,020
Elementary School Teachers 3% $50,680
Special Education Professors 3% $48,970
Technical Education High School Teachers 3% $51,270
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 0% $72,740
Special Education Teachers 0% $62,350
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 0% $77,270
Technical Education Teachers 0% $0
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 0% $0

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to education.

Major Annual Graduates in AL
Psychology 355
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 293
Social Sciences 263
Communication & Journalism 218
Library Science 80
History 64
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 14

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