Top 15% of U.S. graduate programs in business and law
#6 in Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs
Top 10% of graduate schools for social work
95% of graduates from UA Graduate School find employment or pursue further education within six months of graduation
Data collected from U.S. News 2025 and UA Career Center Center 2024 Final Destination Survey.
What You Can Expect to Earn
- For individuals who earned a master’s degree from UA between 2016 and 2020, graduates in business, management, marketing and related support services earned $90,716 at the 75th percentile one year after graduation.
- The overall median (50th percentile) annual earnings one year after graduation for all master’s degree holders from The University of Alabama (2016–2020 graduation cohorts) is approximately $78,197.
$66,539 Average Salary Upon Completion of Master’s Degree
$75,800 Average Salary Upon Completion of Doctoral Degree
Data collected from Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the United States Census Bureau.
Career Pathways
From global brands to mission-driven organizations, our students are gaining hands-on experience through internships and building impactful careers at some of the world’s most respected employers.
Children’s of Alabama
Netflix
Deloitte
Mayo Clinic
Regions Bank
Lockheed Martin
Amazon
Food and Drug Administration
The Walt Disney Company
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Alabama Power
Federal Bureau of Investigation
The New York Times
Kaiser
UAB Hospital
Data collected from the UA Career Center 2024 Spring Final Destination Survey
Want to Learn More About Career and Salary Outcomes?
Current students may access the online career exploration platform Steppingblocks. This platform provides data-driven tools and resources to help students make informed decisions about their academic and career paths.
Use the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) from the U.S. Census Bureau to explore earnings outcomes and employment trends for graduates of The University of Alabama.
Graduate School Highlights
See how UA’s graduate community is shaping research, innovation and real-world solutions.
UA Establishes School of Leadership and Policy
The University of Alabama has announced a new School of Leadership and Policy, expanding interdisciplinary graduate education in leadership, governance and public impact.
3-Minute Thesis Winners Include AI, Relationship Data
Through the Three-Minute Thesis competition, UA graduate students build future-ready research and communication skills for success beyond the classroom.
UA’s Impact on State, Local Economies Sets Records
UA’s record $3.4 billion economic impact highlights how the university’s research, education and workforce development help drive long-term community and career success.
The UA Graduate School Advantage
At The University of Alabama, graduate education is designed with your future in mind. Our nationally recognized programs combine rigorous academics, real-world application and personalized support to help you advance your career, expand your expertise and make a meaningful impact in your field. Whether you’re deepening your specialization or preparing for what’s next, UA provides the resources, flexibility and network to help you succeed.
GRAD Connect
GRAD Connect is a LIVE virtual series designed to connect prospective and admitted graduate students with the Graduate School.
Centennial Scholars
Read about 100 of our most successful master’s and doctoral alumni at all stages of their careers from recent graduates to those retiring at the top of their fields.
