About
About University of Alabama at Birmingham
University of Alabama at Birmingham is a public research university in Birmingham, AL, known for its health sciences focused, very high research activity, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 87%, UAB is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 2,217 students each year. UAB is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1190–1430, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UAB offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,502 per year; the sticker price of $39,462 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Financial Aid & Cost
What University of Alabama at Birmingham actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$39k/yr | $16.2k |
| 30k-48k | ~$39k/yr | $15.5k |
| 48k-75k | ~$39k/yr | $19.2k |
| 75k-110k | ~$39k/yr | $21.8k |
| 110k+ | ~$39k/yr | $22.6k |
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