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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Rural Education and Leadership

The University of West Alabama · Livingston, Alabama, United States

Target Discipline: social-sciencesApplication Deadline: March 1, 2027Official admissions notice ↗

Academic Overview & Description

CAEP-accredited graduate program equipping educators with progressive strategies for curriculum development, trauma-informed pedagogy, and administrative leadership in rural school districts.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award: Julia Tutwiler Teacher Grants up to $5,000
Tuition Rate: $450/credit hour
Application Fee: $30

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA: Accredited bachelor's degree with active teaching certificate and 2.75+ GPA
English Language: TOEFL 79+
Standardized Exam: Not required
Application Materials: Philosophy of rural education essay
Letters of Recommendation: Two administrator references

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult The University of West Alabama's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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