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About University of Alabama at Birmingham

health sciences focusedvery high research activityaccessible admissionsstrong nursing programs

University of Alabama at Birmingham is a public research university in Birmingham, AL, known for its health sciences focused, accessible admissions, and strong nursing programs. With an acceptance rate of 87%, UAB is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 2,217 students each year. UAB is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1190–1430, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UAB offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,502 per year; the sticker price of $39,462 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Alabama at Birmingham acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

87%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1310
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1190 – 1430 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 23 – 30

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Alabama at Birmingham

Demonstrated Interest
UAB tracks demonstrated interest as a meaningful factor, so visit campus if you can or attend a virtual information session and follow up with your admissions counselor by email to show genuine engagement with the school.
Application Strategy
If you are applying to UAB's health sciences or pre-med pathway, name the specific program or track in your application and connect it to Birmingham's role as a major medical research hub, since admissions looks favorably on applicants who show they understand what sets UAB apart from other Alabama schools.

Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Alabama at Birmingham actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$39k/yr$16.2k
30k-48k~$39k/yr$15.5k
48k-75k~$39k/yr$19.2k
75k-110k~$39k/yr$21.8k
110k+~$39k/yr$22.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

63%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$47k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
12,105
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

47%White
27%Black / African American
9%Asian
9%Hispanic
5%Two or More Races
2%International
1%Unknown / Unreported
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender37% Men · 63% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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