Quick Summary
Based in Birmingham, United States, University of Alabama at Birmingham is a public research university with roots dating back to 1969. Ranked #462 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 21639 students including 5.4% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Nursing, Medicine, Life Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 87%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UAB offers the resources of a premier research university integrated with a globally recognized medical center in a vibrant urban environment.
Subject Strengths
NursingMedicineLife SciencesPublic HealthDentistry
Founded1969
TypePublic Research University
Total Students21639
Intl Students5.4%
Faculty Ratio19
CampusUrban
Campus Size100 blocks
Affiliated HospitalsUAB Hospital,Children's of Alabama,Birmingham VA Medical Center
AccreditationSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#462
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#178
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral,Professional Certificates
Programs
54
PhD Programs
110
Online Programs
O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center,Center for Clinical and Translational Science,Civitan International Research Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate87%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GREOptional for most programs
GMATOptional for most programs
SAT1060
ACT21
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on cumulative GPA and demonstrate interest in healthcare if applying to health-related majors. Apply by December 1 for priority scholarship consideration.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$28,240/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$16,200/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$21,500/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$40
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$44,440/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$7,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral,Professional Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Biomedical Sciences | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Biology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$55,800
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with major healthcare providersSouthern Research Instituteand local technology startups.
Notable Alumni
Vonetta Flowers,Regina Benjamin,Grainger Hines
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
UAB Recreation Center,Bartow Arena,Protective Stadium
Student Clubs
300
Library Resources
Mervyn H. Sterne Library,Lister Hill Library of the Health Sciences
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available