BS Early Childhood Development
Non-Certification
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
3-4 years
Credit Hours
123
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$325
Alabama Teaching Certification
No
Degree Overview
Promote children’s mental and physical well-being with the online bachelor’s degree in early childhood development. You’ll build your knowledge in a variety of topics that span education, growth and development, literature, technology and special needs, among others.
Earn your degree fully online, at one of the most affordable institutions in the state.
Who is this degree for?
- Individuals seeking a bachelor’s degree program.
- Individuals seeking roles such as child care center director, preschool teacher, child care provider, program administrator for early childhood programs and more.
Mentor Collective
The UWA Mentor Collective program enhances your online learning experience by linking you one-on-one with a mentor. Students learn what to expect in school, while mentors build their networks and develop skills to become better professionals and leaders.
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
3-4 years
Credit Hours
123
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$325
Alabama Teaching Certification
No
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Course Details
- General Education Basic Requirements: 56 hours
- Early Childhood Development Program Requirements: 63 hours
- Electives: 2-4 hours
Total Hours: 123
Admissions
Your experience at the University of West Alabama is designed to be as straightforward and convenient as possible. From the moment you apply, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance from an enrollment counselor. And once you’re in your program, you’ll have a personal success coach who can answer your questions and help with anything you need.
Simply follow these steps to get started.
- Complete an online application.
- Submit official transcript of high school grades or GED scores.
- Submit official college and institution transcripts (if applicable).
- Email: transcripts.westalabama@risepoint.com
- Mail: Transcript Processing Center – University of West Alabama 851 Trafalgar Court, Suite 420 West, Maitland, FL 32751
Tuition
Undergraduate tuition is $325 per credit hour. There is a $60 technology fee each semester and a $50 clinical experience Fee.
The University of West Alabama is dedicated to keeping education costs affordable and providing students with a full range of grants, scholarships and loans. Approximately 80 percent of UWA students receive some type of financial aid to support their studies. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The school code for UWA is 001024.
Transfer
We have a generous transfer policy at every degree level. Undergraduates transferring from a two-year college are eligible to transfer up to 60 credit hours and up to 90 credit hours from a four-year college with matching courses and curriculums.
