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About UNA
University of North Alabama (UNA) — public non-profit university. It is located in Florence, United States. As a member of American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), UNA is actively working on developing the academic environment.
UNA offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
The academic calendar at UNA is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in United States. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 10,197 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 20,395 USD. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. 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
Local10,197USD/year
Foreign20,395USD/year
Master
Local11,097USD/year
Foreign22,194USD/year
Additional costs
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
Room and board
on campus7,730USD/year
off campus7,730USD/year
Other expenses
on campus2,800USD/year
off campus2,800USD/year
Study programs at UNA
Agriculture & Forestry
Marine Biology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Study field
Agriculture & Forestry
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5, IELTS — 5.5, PTE — 46, TOEFL iBT — 61
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Environmental Biology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5, IELTS — 5.5, PTE — 46, TOEFL iBT — 61
General Biology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5, IELTS — 5.5, PTE — 46, TOEFL iBT — 61
Geographic Information Science (GIS)
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5, IELTS — 5.5, PTE — 46, TOEFL iBT — 61
Marine Biology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Study field
Agriculture & Forestry
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5, IELTS — 5.5, PTE — 46, TOEFL iBT — 61
Sustainability
Study degree
BSc
Study form
Full-time, part-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
TOEFL iBT — 61
Medicine
Exercise Science - Applied Exercise Physiology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Study field
Medicine
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5, IELTS — 5.5, PTE — 46, TOEFL iBT — 61
Exercise Science - Pre-Professional Studies
Study degree
BSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Study field
Medicine
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5, IELTS — 5.5, PTE — 46, TOEFL iBT — 61
Health Promotion and Fitness Management - Fitness Management
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, PTE, TOEFL
Study field
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Medicine
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5, IELTS — 5.5, PTE — 46, TOEFL iBT — 61
Health Promotion and Fitness Management - Health Promotion
Only students with a GPA of at least 2.5 are admitted to the undergraduate programs. Another important criterion for the selection committee is the results of entrance exams. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS, PTE or TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score is 5.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 61.
GPA
2.5
IELTS
5.5
TOEFL iBT
61
TOEFL PBT
500
Master's degree at UNA
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. It is impossible to enter UNA for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6. TOEFL — 79 or higher.
IELTS
6
TOEFL iBT
79
UNA campus
UNA 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. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. Foreigners who come to UNA through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.
After graduation, students are allowed to stay in United States for a year. During this time, graduates can find a job and change their student visa to a work one. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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