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University of Alabama - Birmingham

#3 in Best Colleges in Alabama
  • 4 Year
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2,030 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      A-
    5. Athletics
      A-
    6. Party Scene
      A-
    7. Professors
      A
    8. Location
      A+
    9. Dorms
      B+
    10. Campus Food
      A-
    11. Student Life
      A
    12. Safety
      B-
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    Alabama - Birmingham is a highly rated public university located in Birmingham, Alabama. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 9,677 undergraduate students. The Alabama - Birmingham acceptance rate is 92%. Popular majors include Nursing, Psychology, and Business. Graduating 53% of students, Alabama - Birmingham alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $35,100.
    About University of Alabama - Birmingham...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS
    Athletic Conference
    Conference USA
    Address
    Administration Bldg Suite 1070
    Birmingham, AL 35294
    Website
    uab.edu
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    University of Alabama - Birmingham Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    92%
    Application Deadline
    June 1
    SAT Range
    990-1370
    ACT Range
    21-28
    Application Fee
    $30
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    No

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $17,016/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $9,254/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    94%

    Academics

    Professors
    A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    19:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    87%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.127 responses
    71%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.136 responses
    61%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.133 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Nursing
      338 Graduates
    • Psychology
      161 Graduates
    • Business
      152 Graduates
    • Healthcare Management
      147 Graduates
    • Biology
      118 Graduates
    • Accounting
      111 Graduates
    • Marketing
      103 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      86 Graduates
    • Communications
      85 Graduates
    • Management Sciences and Information Systems
      77 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    9,677Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    3,457
    Undergrads Over 25
    10%
    Pell Grant
    40%
    Varsity Athletes
    4%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 93 responses
    Report
    • Studious and diverse
      56%
    • Diverse
      23%
    • Very Diverse
      14%
    • Liberal
      3%
    • Determined
      1%
    • Diverse
      1%
    • Outgoing
      1%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    63%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.160 responses
    Poll
    48%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.201 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 105 responses
    Report
    • Mostly medical, diverse people
      31%
    • Mostly Medical
      26%
    • Hard-working people everywhere
      21%
    • Diverse
      13%
    • Diverse, hard-working people everywhere
      9%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $41,200/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    53%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%
    86%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.91 responses
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    UAB really cares about their students! I know at many universities you hear about how awful the advisers are, but all of the advisers here are extremely helpful, whether it's to talk about your own major or switching to another. There are also numerous cultural events throughout the school year, which give you the opportunity to learn about many different cultures and lifestyles. In addition, if you become part of the Honors College, they have three specialized pathways, along with a Personalized Pathway, the Global and Community Leadership Pathway, Science and Technology Pathway, and University Honors Program. These different pathways allow you to take additional and personalized classes based on what you're passionate about. Through the Global and Community Leadership Pathway, I realized what I wanted to do with my life and also educate myself my on numerous social justice issues.
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    I love this school! I feel right at home here even as an out-of-state student. I am a pre-nursing major and I have really enjoyed my pre-nursing courses thus far. I love the campus and the Blazer spirit by students and staff. This campus also has great greek associations that are very involved on campus and in the Birmingham area! There are a lot of resources at UAB and it is in a great area for medical related majors or interests. This school is on the rise, especially with the football team just winning the C-USA Championship! This school is constantly growing and making Birmingham great!
    UAB is a great school for everyone. It is one of the most diverse universities in the country and grows in that annually. UAB is convenient for me as I live in Birmingham but since I live so close, I commute daily to campus. The only thing that I do not appreciate about UAB is the parking situation. UAB has many parking decks and parking lots for all students but UAB is bad about selling more parking passes to students with not enough space to fit everyone that bought a parking pass. Another thing that I love about UAB is the academics. Every time I go to class, I believe that I learn something every day and I love that I feel that I have not wasted my money on the University. UAB is a great school for all!