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ACCEPTANCE RATE

88.78%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

94%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

19:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

58

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,335

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at University of North Alabama prepares students for a career in teaching both middle and high school, as well as at the university level. The program focuses on teaching grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system and state regulations. Program courses include: comprehensive curriculum on specific/preferred subject matter. Get more details below including other Alabama colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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University of North Alabama

800 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, AL

UNA is a public institution located in Florence, Alabama and provides a large number of program options for students. Approximately 7,200 students are enrolled yearly at UNA.

Areas of study available at University of North Alabama include but are not limited to:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Education
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Very common exam scores among applicants accepted to UNA are between 18 - 25 on the ACT, or 845 - 1065 on the SAT. 88% of applicants are accepted to University of North Alabama, of which 48 percent choose to attend.  Detailed information on school admissions can be gathered via UNA or by completing the form on this page.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $6,700 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $12,000 annually. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $3,000. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for UNA is the "Lions", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the UNA website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Secondary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of North Alabama has offered the following degree levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree39
Master's Degree22

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male17
Female44

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian2
Black3
Hispanic1
White52
Unknown3

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Secondary Education program at University of North Alabama, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL
    • Total Employment: 650
    • Average Annual Salary: $49970

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates University of North Alabama accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, University of North Alabama may offer services including:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of North Alabama is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Atlantic Sun Conference)
  • Basketball (Atlantic Sun Conference)
  • Football (Big South Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Beach Volleyball