Step 2: Apply to the Graduate School

What You Need to Apply

You need to apply to the Auburn University graduate school for admission to the Alternative M.Ed. program in secondary mathematics. The following list summarizes the information that you will need for your application.

  • Updated resume

A resume must be submitted during the application process.

  • Write a letter of Intent

Submit a statement of intent (up to two pages) describing interest in teaching and commitment to working in a high-needs school district. See template for details.

  • Request 3 Letters of Recommendation

Request three letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional references as a part of the application process.

  • Complete a Background Check

Complete the ABI/FBI Fingerprinting/Background Check at https://fieldprintalabama.com/

  • Send all transcripts

Transcripts from all schools attended – send electronically to the graduate school at: graduatetranscripts@auburn.edu or mail to: AU Graduate School, Justin Gilbert, 106 Hargis Hall, Auburn University, AL  36849-5212.


Once you have all the documentation needed, apply to Auburn University Graduate School.

  • Apply for the Alternative M.Ed. in Secondary Mathematics program.
  • Note that we are not requiring the GRE for admission.

Exciting News from Auburn University

Application fee waivers for current undergraduate students and transfer students from eight in-state HBCUs (including Tuskegee University & Alabama State University) are available starting January 2022.

This project is funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation Noyce Scholarship Program (#2151040). Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.