Overview

The Alternative A Programs Master from Samford University is designed for those who have earned a bachelor's degree in a field other than education from a regionally accredited institution who desire to become a certified teacher.

Program Advantages

In as little as five semesters, graduates will earn a master's degree and be positioned to receive Class A teaching certification with the knowledge, skills and professional dispositions required of today’s teachers.

Graduate candidates have the opportunity to teach in their own classroom while completing the program.

Hybrid format with evening classes
Designed for working professionals
Immediate application of learning in real classroom settings

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Instructional Strategies & Lesson Planning
Classroom Management
Educational Psychology
Assessment and Evaluation Methods
Diversity in the Classroom

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

36 - 38

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Homewood, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the application and submission of the non-refundable $35 application fee. The $35 fee is waived for Samford alums, students and employees.
Possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a field other than education or in which teacher certification was not earned, having graduated with a minimum GPA of 2.50.
Provide official transcripts from all institutions attended
Achieve a passing score on the Praxis II Assessment for the student’s desired certification.
A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.50 or higher or achieve a passing score on all areas of the Praxis Core.
Provide a background clearance letter (Letter of Suitability)
Provide a letter of recommendation
Interview with faculty

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

14054 USD / year

≈ 14054 USD / year
Out-of-State

14054 USD / year

≈ 14054 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14054 USD / year

≈ 14054 USD / year

Living costs

Homewood

United States

850 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Program Advantages

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Homewood

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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