About UAB
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) — public non-profit university. It is located in Birmingham, United States. The higher education institution was founded not so long ago — in 1966 — which is why it is considered one of the youngest in the country. As 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), UAB is participating in developing the academic environment.
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2023, it is among top-690. UAB is one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in the USA. Thousands of students dream of studying here.
UAB offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs in different fields of study.
- Location
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Birmingham, United States
- Establishment year
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1966
- Students
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13,221
- Acceptance rate
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80%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
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2023#694
- Rating in the USA
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2021#148
UAB tuition fees
The academic calendar at UAB is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UAB for local citizens starts from 468 USD per year. For international students, the cost of study differs — from 1,187 USD. Thanks to financial support programs, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
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Semesters
- Scholarships
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No
- Financial Aidallowances and other types of social assistance
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Yes
- Bachelor
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Local11,037 USD/year
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Foreign14,676 USD/year
- Master
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Local468 USD/year
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Foreign1,187 USD/year
Bachelor degree at UAB
For admission to an undergraduate program, you must have a GPA score of at least 2 and successfully pass the entrance exams. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum TOEFL score is 50. The IELTS score is not lower than 5.
- GPA
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2
- IELTS
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5
- TOEFL iBT
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50
Master's degree at UAB
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 65. IELTS — 5.5 or higher.
- IELTS
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5.5
- TOEFL iBT
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65
UAB campus
UAB 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. The university has a library where students can do their homework, write scientific papers or just read interesting books. Student life at UAB 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
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Urban
- Library
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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. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
