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The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB): Rankings, Fees, Programs, Placements

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About University of Alabama at Birmingham

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Year of establishment
1969
Also known as
UAB
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Total foreign students
970
Campus size
206 acres
No. of campus
1
Scholarships available
12
Endowment value
USD 424 million
Scholarships granted
10058
Scholarship amount granted
USD 99 million
Application fees
USD 40
English proficiency test
Not required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Optional
Total faculty
2671
Faculty/Student ratio
18
Male/Female ratio
1.57
UG/PG course ratio
1.82
Total criminal offences
276
Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

59%

Black

25%

Asian

8%

Hispanic

7%

UG Student residence

In state

82%

Out of state

16%

Foreign

1%

UG Age distribution

24 and under

83%

25 and over

16%

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UG Number of Applicant

9947
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Overall Graduation Rate

0.64
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UG Enrollment

13032
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PG Enrollment

8607
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Q:   Is University of Alabama at Birmingham hard to get into?

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University of Alabama at Birmingham admissions is selective with an acceptance rate of 89%. However, one quarter of admitted applicants achieved scores above these ranges and one quarter scored below these ranges. Admissions officials at University of Alabama at Birmingham consider a student's GPA a very important academic factor. An applicant's high school class rank and letters of recommendation are not considered by admissions officials at University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Q:   What GPA do I need to get into the University of Alabama at Birmingham?

A: 

International students who wish to study in the USA at the University of Alabama at Birmingham must require a GPA of 3.66 or above to get into the university. Students must have a good score in high school classes for UAB admissions. Apart from this, students also need to submit the score of some additional exams.  

Q:   What is the ranking of University of Alabama at Birmingham?

A: 

According to the QS World Rankings 2024, University of Alabama at Birmingham has a ranking of #801-1000. Some of the other rankings at the university are given as follows:

Year QS World RankingsUS News and World Report Global Rankings
2020NA175
2021NA155
2022NA147
2023651-700160
2024801-1000NA

 

Q:   What is the University of Alabama at Birmingham acceptance rate?

A: 

The University of Alabama at Birmingham acceptance rate is 89%, making it difficult for international students to get admission to the university. Among 100 applications received at the university, only 89 will get admitted. Students must need to fulfill the admission requirements to get admission to the university.

Q:   How can I prepare myself for the IELTS exam at home?

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Students who are preparing for IELTS Exam to continue their education at top abroad universities can check the IELTS 2023 Preparation Tips. These preparation tips will help you in clearing the examinations. Students must have a good vocabulary to get a good score on the exam. Students can check the below pointers while preparing for the IELTS Exam:

·      Check the Reading Tips for IELTS to get a good score in the reading section

·      IELTS writing tips will improve your writing skills

·      Using the IELTS speaking tips and plenty of practice will enhance your speaking skills

·      Students can check the IELTS listening tips and practice lessons to score good marks on the IELTS listening test

Apart from the above tips, students can join Free IELTS Online Classes on Shiksha.com to know more about the examination in detail.

University of Alabama at Birmingham Scholarships 2024

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Q:   Does UAB offer scholarships to international students?

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The UAB International Scholarship, valued at US $7,500 per year, is available to applicants who are enrolling as first-year, full-time, degree-seeking students in an undergraduate programme at UAB. Students must meet all of the following requirements to be automatically considered for this award upon admission to UAB:

·       Graduate from a secondary or high school (up to 2 years prior to intake) with a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0

·       Have not enrolled in post-secondary work

·       Anticipate holding an F-1 visa

UAB is pleased to offer IB Scholarships, departmental scholarships, performance scholarships, and more. Students interested in these scholarships should complete the general scholarship application in the Blazer Scholarship Management and Resource Tool (BSMART).

University of Alabama at Birmingham Admissions 2024

  • Application fees :USD 30 - 145
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   What is the UAB application fee for international students?

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The University of Alabama at Birmingham application fee for undergraduate admission is USD 40 for first-year students. The UAB application fee for graduate admission is USD 50 for first-year students. These application fees is non-refundable and international students need to submit the fee to complete the admission process.

Q:   How can I apply for the University of Alabama at Birmingham MS program?

A: 

International students can check the below steps to apply for the University of Alabama at Birmingham MS program:

·      Application process

Step 1 – Create your account and login

Step 2 – Create a new application

Step 3 – Complete your application by submitting required documents and test scores

Step 4 – Pay the University of Alabama at Birmingham application fee to complete the application

·      English Language Proficiency Exams

Exam 1 TOEFL: 80 and TOEFL Essentials: 8.5

Exam 2IELTS: 6.5

Exam 3PTEA: 53

Exam 4Duolingo: 120

We have the list of the Best One Year Masters Programs in the USA for International Students

Q:   What are the application deadlines for Masters in Public Health at University of Alabama at Birmingham?

A: 

The application deadlines for Masters in Public Health courses are given in the table below:

Degree

International

Domestic (US)

MPH with a concentration in Environmental Health

Spring: Nov 1

Fall: Apr 1

Fall: Nov 1

Spring: Jul 1

MPH with a concentration in Epidemiology

Spring: November 1

Fall: April 1

Spring: November 1

Fall: July 1

MPH with a concentration in Health Behavior

Spring: November 1

Fall: April 1

Spring: November 1

Fall: July 1

MPH with a concentration in Health Policy and Organization

 

Spring: November 1

Fall: April 1

Spring: November 1

Fall: July 1

MPH with a concentration in

Maternal and Child Health Policy and Leadership

Spring: November 1

Fall: April 1

Spring: November 1

Fall: July 1

MPH with a concentration in Population Health

Spring: November 1

Fall: April 1

Spring: November 1

Fall: July 1

School of Public Health policy requires submission of the completed online application, including ALL supporting materials,  by the application deadline. Allow plenty of time for transcripts, letters of recommendation, and other documents to reach their destination.

Q:   How can a student apply for the MS in Computer Science programme at UAB?

A: 

The documents that are required for admission to MS in Computer Science programme are given as follows:

·       LORs- Individuals from whom the applicant request references need to submit references online via the online application system

·       One official transcript is to be mailed by the issuing institution to the UAB Graduate School

·       A separate statement confirming degree conferral (degree statement) bearing an official stamp is also required

·       Submit the official English Language Test Proficiency scores

·       A clear statement of the study plan, including specific graduate study objectives

Q:   How can I apply for Masters in Public Health programme at UAB?

A: 

The documents required for MPH programme at UAB are given as follows:

·       Statement of purpose: This includes the reason and purpose for choosing this programme and the main objectives.

·       LORs: Three letters of recommendation are required from academic or professional references.

·       Resume/Curriculum Vitae is required

·       English proficiency test score report for international applicants

·       Standardized test scores (GRE or other accepted tests)

·       Official transcripts from every college-level institution attended. Transcripts from institutions outside the U.S. or Canada must undergo a course-by-course evaluation through World Education Service (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE

University of Alabama at Birmingham Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(43 courses)
INR 17 L - 68 L
Duration9-42 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 - 6.5, TOEFL: 65 - 95, PTE: 44 - 56
MBA/PGDM(14 courses)
INR 18 L - 64 L
Duration1 year-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 - 6.5, TOEFL: 65 - 80, PTE: 44 - 56
PG Certificate(23 courses)
INR 10 L - 19 L
Duration4 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
B.Sc.(16 courses)
INR 18 L - 32 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 77 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
BBA(9 courses)
INR 18 L - 26 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 77 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(9 courses)
INR 18 L - 28 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 77 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
M.A.(15 courses)
INR 16 L - 38 L
Duration18 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
Others PG(9 courses)
INR 8 L - 27 L
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 - 6.5, TOEFL: 65 & Above, PTE: 44 & Above
MIM(7 courses)
INR 18 L - 64 L
Duration16 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above
B.A.(15 courses)
INR 18 L - 28 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 77 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
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Q:   What is the University of Alabama at Birmingham requirements for international students?

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The UAB has general requirements for international students to get admission to undergraduate programs. Students are asked to submit their grades, GPA, curriculum score, and additional test scores. Check the University of Alabama at Birmingham requirements for international students for graduate admission:

·      Complete the online application

·      Submit the University of Alabama at Birmingham application fee

·      English Language Proficiency test score of anyone IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE/ Duolingo

·      Academic transcript

·      Official test score of GRE/ MAT/ GMAT

·      Three Letters of Recommendation

·      Personal Essay

·      Resume or CV

Q:   What is the University of Alabama at Birmingham fees for international students?

A: 

Check below the University of Alabama at Birmingham fees for international students:

Courses

Duration

1st Year Tuition Fees

Cost (3 courses)

1 year

INR 24.3 L

BE / BTech (6 courses)

4 years

INR 24.3 L

MS (5 courses)

18-24 months

INR 22.9 L - 24.3 L

BBA (1 course)

4 years

INR 24.3 L

Cost0 (1 course)

4 years

INR 25.1 L

MBA/PGDM (1 course)

2 years

INR 25.1 L

Also check: Cost of Studying in the USA for International Students

Q:   What are the English Language requirements at University of Alabama at Birmingham?

A: 

The English Language requirements for international students at University of Alabama at Birmingham are given in the table below:

Exam

Score Required for UG 

Score Required for PG

TOEFL iBT

77

80

IELTS

6.0 or above with 5.5 in each component

6.5

Duolingo (DET)

120

120

Also read: IELTS Preparation and Tips 2023

Q:   What are the eligibility requirements for the MBA programme at UAB?

A: 

For the Baccalaureate Degrees, the applicants must be a holder of this degree from a regionally accredited institution. Apart from this, the UAB MBA Program requires that students have completed the equivalent of a pre-calculus course with a grade of C or better within the past five years. The GMAT application requirement is currently being waived. Applicants will be evaluated using all other listed requirements.  However, students who need to strengthen their application may want to consider submitting a GMAT score of 480 or higher. Students can check below the UAB MBA requirements:

Exam

Score Required

TOEFL

80 (minimum of 20 in each subscore)

IELTS

6.5 (minimum of 6.0 in each subscore)

GMAT

480

Q:   What are the eligibility requirements for the MBA programme at UAB?

A: 

For the Baccalaureate Degrees, the applicants must be a holder of this degree from a regionally accredited institution. Apart from this, the UAB MBA Program requires that students have completed the equivalent of a pre-calculus course with a grade of C or better within the past five years. The GMAT application requirement is currently being waived. Applicants will be evaluated using all other listed requirements.  However, students who need to strengthen their application may want to consider submitting a GMAT score of 480 or higher.

The English Language Test requirements are given in the following table:

Exam

Score Required

TOEFL

80/120

IELTS

53/90

PTE

6.5/9

Duolingo

120/160

UAB
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.4/5
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Vibe of Campus
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  • Multi-dimensional
  • Friendly
  • Fun loving
Student Views
  • 33% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.7
Part time work3.3
Post study jobs3.5
Quality of faculty4
Student Life4.2
Value for money3.8
Public transportation2.3
Safety2.7
Indian Food3.3
Permanent Immigration3.3
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Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Batch of 2023
4.2
Empowering education with opportunities.
Tips: Before joining UAB students should research the academic programs available and choose one that aligns with their interests and goals. The campus environment is vibrant and diverse, with ample opportunities to involve in student organizations and activities. After coming to UAB, the transition is generally smooth, with the university providing support services and resources to help students adjust. UAB offers scholarships based on various criteria, including academic merit and financial needs. Overall, I am highly satisfied with the university as the faculty members are very supportive and ready to guide me towards extensive academic resources to excel and clear my doubts.
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Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2024
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This university is good, as a mechanical student.
Tips: Studies and student life is very good at this university, but from time to time submission for assignments is necessary and we have a strict academic integrity code. The education is good and worth for money, we can enjoy our life here and at the same time, we have our own things to do in our studies.
Likes (Student Life): Here for students we have all the necessary facilities. As an international student, I have the freedom to utilize everything. Part times are not that much good because we have a lot of international students here so we cannot get jobs easily.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I am not planning to settle here. I will finish my master's and will do a job in India. I have a plan of finishing my master's and with my master's degree I need to earn a job in the top mechanical firm and need to lead my life with my parents in my own country. That's what I need in my future.
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2026
2.7
Life at UAB and their academic rules.
Tips: The University has a very strict Academic Integrity Code which means they have very strict plagiarism checks. The assignments are lengthy and they need to put in a genuine effort to get away with plagiarism. They have a 3 strike system. Even a 30-40% plagiarism you get a strike. The professors are getting very strict.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): There are a lot of options for students to find an accommodation. The university has an official WhatsApp group where students post about available accommodation and they can find them really quick. They are reliable sources and offer accommodation with a wide budget range.
Dislikes (Safety): Birmingham, Alabama is not very safe for international students. There are instances of shooting in the campus surroundings. There are a lot of people who might trouble you. Life around campus is better because the UAB Police is everywhere and they take good care.
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Master of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2024
3.5
Do not expect any fee waiver and very less scholarships
Tips: We cannot expect any scholarships or fee waivers even if we get admitted to on campus jobs. The students have to pay the full fee on their own. Whereas in other colleges they will reduce a certain amount of fee if they are serving the college in any way.
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2023
3.2
Academically oriented university.
Tips: I did not feel any major cultural shift during my time here. As there are a lot of Indians around in the city and in college as well. There was no special support provided to foreign students but there are some Hindu communities though which help. The Indian communities here organize many events and activities.
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2023
3.9
It is a challenging yet worthwhile experience.
Tips: Students should talk and engage with the professors as well as the alumni. Stay updated with the university and course credit requirements, and participate in community or club events as this will help ensure that your experience is smooth and fulfilling.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham Job Outcomes

Top Recruiters

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Accenture
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Q:   Can the students work while studying at UAB?

A: 

The university allows students enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate programme to work on and off-campus. International students must meet the minimum requirements and have a legal study visa to work in the country. Students can work up to 20 hours per week while the university is in session and up to 37.5 hours per week during breaks (such as Spring Break and Winter Break). UAB offers various resources to assist students in job search, both on and off-campus, such as Handshake and the UAB Career Center. The Collat School of Business and the School of Engineering have specific career services offices available to their students. Other resources include:

·       Job fairs

·       Applying directly to campus departments or organizations

·       Networking

Q:   What is the minimum work experience for an MBA at the University of Alabama at Birmingham?

A: 

International students who wish to study MBA at the University of Alabama at Birmingham must have two or more years of professional, post-baccalaureate work experience.







University of Alabama at Birmingham Rankings 2024

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Q:   What is the ranking of Business programmes at University of Alabama at Birmingham?

A: 

The Collat School of Business at University of Alabama at Birmingham offers MBA programme in specializations like accounting, business analytics, economics, marketing, etc. If we talk about the University of Alabama at Birmingham MBA ranking, then university is unraked in the best business school by US News & World Report 2023. However, the university is ranked among the top 100 in Part-Time MBA programme in the US.

Q:   What is the ranking of Business programmes at University of Alabama at Birmingham?

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The Collat School of Business’s online graduate Management Information Systems programme opens a new websiteis ranked No. 4 in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.Collat’s online Masters in Business Administration course is ranked 51 among the nation’s best online MBA programmes. The ranking places the programme in the top 15% of all online MBA programs.

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Q:   What majors is the University of Alabama at Birmingham known for?

A: 

The top 10 majors at the University of Alabama at Birmingham for international students are listed below:

·      Public Health

·      Biology

·      International Studies

·      Neuroscience

·      English

·      World Languages

·      Marketing

·      Psychology

·      Management

·      Kinesiology

Q:   How many Indian students are at the UAB?

A: 

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is home to over 1,100 international students from over 80 countries around the world. Among the total international students, there are around 200 students from both China and India. Check the list of top F-1 international student countries below:

Countries

Number of Students

China and India

196

Saudi Arabia

64

Taiwan

54

South Korea

44

Nigeria

35

Oman

27

Nepal

26

Kuwait and Pakistan

20

Bangladesh and Thailand

19

Vietnam

16

Also read: Study in the USA after 12th for Indian Students

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Answered 6 months ago

International students from all over the globe attend the University of Alabama at Birmingham for its reputation and research opportunities. Along with that, there are various reasons given below to attend the University of Alabama:

  • Academic programs: The University of Alabama is renowned for its sma

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Akansha katariya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a year ago

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is known for its Masters of Science in Computer Science. The course includes the following:

·       It consists of 30 hours and can be completed in 1.5 years by full-time students who have already fulfilled the programme prerequisites

·       Thesis and non-thes

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Chandra Shekhar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a year ago

The first-year tuition fee and the other expenses at UAB are given in the following table:

Fees components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 19,44,543

Insurance

INR 2,27,055

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Chandra Shekhar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a year ago

The first year UAB MBA cost for international students is INR 35,50,175. Below we have mentioned the complete first-year package for students including other charges:

Fees components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 35,50,175

Insurance

INR 2,30,298

Total

INR 37,80,473

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Chandra Shekhar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a year ago

There is no requirement for a Master of Science in Computer Science for international students. However, students are required to get a minimum of 3.0 GPA out of 4.0 for the University of Alabama at Birmingham admission in the MS in CS program.

Also read: How to convert 10-point CGPA to 4 point GPA?

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The University of Alabama at Birmingham 1720 2nd Ave South Birmingham, AL 35294

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