A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A-
  2. Value
    A-
  3. Diversity
    A-
  4. Campus
    A
  5. Athletics
    A
  6. Party Scene
    B+
  7. Professors
    A+
  8. Location
    B
  9. Dorms
    A
  10. Campus Food
    A-
  11. Student Life
    A
  12. Safety
    B-
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University of Alabama - Birmingham is ...
Public
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Conference USA
Address
Administration Bldg Suite 1070
Birmingham, AL 35294
Branch of
University of Alabama
Website
uab.edu

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
60%
SAT Range
1040-1298
ACT Range
22-28
Application Fee
$30
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
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Test Scores and GPA for University of Alabama - Birmingham

Cost

Net Price
$15,772/ year
National
$15,403
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $13,614/ year
  • $30-48k
    $14,746/ year
  • $49-75k
    $17,601/ year
  • $76-110k
    $18,873/ year
  • $110k+
    $18,482/ year

Academics

Professors
A+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
18:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
87%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.127 responses
73%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.119 responses
61%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.116 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Nursing
    322 Graduates
  • Psychology
    173 Graduates
  • Business Administration and Management
    168 Graduates
  • Biology
    127 Graduates
  • Accounting
    121 Graduates
  • Health Care Management
    120 Graduates
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
    88 Graduates
  • Communications
    80 Graduates
  • Marketing
    78 Graduates
  • Arts
    60 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
8,297Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
10%
Pell Grant
38%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 76 responses
Report
  • Studious and diverse
    59%
  • Diverse
    25%
  • Very Diverse
    13%
  • Liberal
    3%

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.143 responses
Poll
50%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.184 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 88 responses
Report
  • Mostly medical, diverse people
    31%
  • Mostly Medical
    30%
  • Hard-working people everywhere
    25%
  • Diverse
    15%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$40,300/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
55%
National
48%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%
86%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.91 responses
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University of Alabama - Birmingham Reviews

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My experience at UAB has been life changing! I have grown so much just from being a student. I am involved on campus within the Housing Department, Engineering Department, and Student Involvement. UAB offers so many extracurricular activities, so that students will not just excel in academics but in organizations that they find themselves involved in!
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My overall experience of UAB is it's great. Don't get me wrong, it's not perfect, there are plenty of things that could be changed but nonetheless I am content with it. Although we did not have a football team for my first year there, they still found other fun ways to keep us involved. Basketball at UAB is a big thing, our men's basketball team won some type of championship and their games are always pretty lit, plus you get in for free! What makes my school unique is the family feel you get whenever you step on campus. Just about everyone is super friendly and willing to help you. The atmosphere is really nice and there are plenty of activities to get into. If I were a senior in high school and had to choose which schools to apply to all over again, I would definitely still choose UAB. Here is perfect for me being that I am choosing to go into the medical field. They have a really good medical program and I can't wait until I fall into it.
Last year, our school lost its bowling, football, and rifle teams, which started a huge uproar in the city, especially our school. Over $22 million dollars have been raised so far and the teams have been returned, which is allowing for more attention and participation for students and people in our city. Our basketball team was #1 in the country last year, and have one more game before that title is restored to them again. This year, students have broken school records with their enthusiasm and attendance at sporting events, getting out national attendance and a closer, more supportive student body!