Quick Summary
Situated in Tuscaloosa, United States, University of Alabama is a public research university established in 1831. Ranked #801-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 39623 students including 4.5% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Law, Nursing, Library and Information Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 80.1%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier research institution (R1), championship athletics culture, and one of the nation's most generous merit scholarship programs.
Subject Strengths
LawNursingLibrary and Information ManagementBusiness & Management
Founded1831
TypePublic Research University
Total Students39623
Intl Students4.5%
Faculty Ratio19:1
CampusSuburban
Campus Size1,200 acres
Affiliated HospitalsDCH Regional Medical Center, University Medical Center, UAB Health System Affiliate
AccreditationSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Specialist, Education Specialist
Programs
62 doctoral programs
PhD Programs
UA Online (Bama By Distance) offering 70+ degrees
Online Programs
Alabama Water Institute, Alabama Transportation Institute, Cyber Institute, Life Research Institute
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 Rate80.1%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GREOptional for many graduate programs
GMATVaries by graduate program (Culverhouse College of Business)
SATOptional (Test-optional through 2025 admissions)
ACTOptional (Test-optional through 2025 admissions)
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply by the January 15 priority deadline for automatic merit scholarship consideration. High GPA and rigorous coursework are prioritized.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$11,900/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$15,400/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$11,900/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$40
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$27,340/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$15,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Specialist, Education Specialist programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Marketing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Nursing | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Communication | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$56,200
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Mercedes-Benz, NASA, Lockheed Martin, and Fortune 500 companies
Industry Connections
Alabama Transportation InstituteMercedes-Benz U.S. InternationalHudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology
Notable Alumni
Harper Lee, Joe Namath, Tim Cook (attended/Executive Program), Robert Bentley, Sela Ward
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Bryant-Denny Stadium, Coleman Coliseum, Alabama Aquatic Center, Foster Auditorium
Student Clubs
600+ student organizations
Library Resources
Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library, Angelo Bruno Business Library, McLure Education Library, Rogers Science and Engineering Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available