Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Birmingham, Alabama |
| Online | uab.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Birmingham, Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 11,906 prospective students applied, and 10,541 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,415 enrolled in the school. 14,926 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 7,363 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $8,568 plus fees of $0. University of Alabama at Birmingham is ranked 410 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of Alabama at Birmingham is rated within the top 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Alabama at Birmingham within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#410 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#130 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Alabama
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Alabama
#264 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Alabama
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1173/1388 |
| ACT | 23/30 |
| GPA | 3.82 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Alabama Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $12,307 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,555 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,630 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $12,307 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,555 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,462 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 22% |
| Business | 18% |
| Education | 11% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=100663 IPEDS survey data for University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Current students may use the University of Alabama at Birmingham GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.