$65 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents. $80 for international students.
English Proficiency Test (Required)
This program uses the Graduate School's English Language Proficiency Score Requirements and Minimum Scores for Regular Admission. Minimum Scores for Regular Admission TOEFL iBT: 4.5 (no sub score less than 4) (or 79 for students who took the test prior to January 2026) IELTS: 6.5 (no sub score less than 6) Duolingo English Test: 120 (no sub score less than 110) PTE: 59 More information is available at https://graduate.ua.edu/applicants/international-students/.
Letter of Recommendation (3 Required)
Contact information for three recommenders provided at time of application.
Resume (Required)
Statement of Purpose (Required)
Most statements of purpose are 1-2 pages long and should describe your background, reasons for attending your chosen graduate program and post-graduation goals. If you have questions regarding content or format, please contact your prospective program.
Transcript (Required)
Please upload an unofficial transcript for any institution of higher education at which you have completed 15 or more credit hours. Please include a grading scheme if your university does not use a letter-based (e.g. A, A-, B) grading scheme.
Writing Sample (Required)
The writing sample provides an opportunity for the applicant to demonstrate their ability to produce doctoral-level writing. Applicants have two options for completing the Writing Sample: An academic or professional writing sample written by the applicant within the last three years that provides evidence of the applicant’s writing ability. A five-page essay describing an issue or current trend in instructional technology. The essay should be thesis-driven, present ideas clearly, and use evidence effectively. The sample should include evidence from the literature and should be cited appropriately using APA 7th edition and include a reference page.
FAQsWhat if my GPA is less than 3.0?
Applicants with grade point averages below 3.0, but not below 2.5, may be considered for Admission with Permission to Continue