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About UA
The University of Alabama (UA) — public non-profit university. It is located in Tuscaloosa, United States. UA is an active member of The University of Alabama System, Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU), Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2025, it is among top-950. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-800.
UA offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs in different fields of study.
- Location
- Tuscaloosa, United States
- Establishment year
- 1831
- Students
- 37,546
- Female students
- 56%
- Acceptance rate
- 80%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Accounting & Finance | 301-350 |
Arts & Humanities | 501-550 |

UA tuition fees
At UA, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UA are different for locals and foreigners. United States citizens pay 7,498 USD per year, while international students pay a minimum of 12,597 USD. With the help of financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. The exact cost of programs and information on the availability of scholarships can be found on the website of the university.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local11,377USD/year
- Foreign19,995USD/year
- Master
- Local7,498USD/year
- Foreign12,597USD/year
- Doctorate
- Local11,097USD/year
- Foreign32,391USD/year
Additional costs
Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.
- Room and board
- on campus14,426USD/year
- off campus14,426USD/year
- Other expenses
- on campus4,858USD/year
- off campus4,858USD/year
Study programs at UA
Computer Science & IT
Business Cyber Security
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Interdisciplinary Studies (New College LifeTrack)
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Commerce and Business Administration
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Early Childhood Education
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Food and Nutrition
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Social Work
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Work
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Human Nutrition
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Kinesiology (Exercise Science)
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Kinesiology (Sport Pedagogy)
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Nursing Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Music
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Counselor Education
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Curriculum and Instruction
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Curriculum and Instruction
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Educational Leadership
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Part-time
Educational Leadership
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
English
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
History
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Romance Languages
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Communication and Information Sciences
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Applied Mathematics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Statistics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Biology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemistry
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Mathematics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Anthropology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Geography
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Political Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Psychology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Chemical Engineering
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Civil Engineering
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Electrical Engineering
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Materials Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Accounting
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Finance
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Marketing
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Master of (MLIS) Library and Information Studies
- Study degree
- MLIS
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Master of (MLIS) Library and Information Studies, concentration in Archival Studies
- Study degree
- MLIS
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Master of (MLIS) Library and Information Studies, concentration in School Library Media
- Study degree
- MLIS
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Master of Arts (MA) in Advertising and Public Relations, concentration in Marketing Communication Management
- Study degree
- MA
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Master of Arts (MA) in Communication Studies, specialization in Organizational Leadership
- Study degree
- MA
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time

Bachelor degree at UA
You can enroll in an undergraduate program at UA based on good academic performance and the results of entrance exams. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The TOEFL score is not lower than 79. UA also provides online undergraduate programs.
- TOEFL iBT
- 79
Master's degree at UA
The academic performance of a student in an undergraduate program plays an important role in the selection of candidates. It is impossible to enter UA for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. There is an opportunity for admission to online master's programs at UA.
Doctorate degree at UA
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — TOEFL. TOEFL — 79.
- TOEFL iBT
- 79
UA campus
UA has an urban campus, which provides students with many options for study and recreation. The abundance of museums, theaters and cinemas creates opportunities for the cultural development of young people. In the city, there are also large companies that offer internships. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. Student life at UA is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes

What to do after graduation
Students can stay in United States for a year after graduation to find a job and change their student visa to a work visa. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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