University of Alabama at Birmingham
UAB
Birmingham, Alabama 35294-0110
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
University of Alabama at Birmingham is a public institution in Birmingham with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1251, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 12.1K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
63% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,501 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,727.
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Varsity Sports — Blazers
History & Fun Facts
- •In 1945, UA's newly established four-year School of Medicine moved from Tuscaloosa to Birmingham and took over management of Jefferson and Hillman hospitals.
- •In 1957 enrollment at the extension center stood at 1,856.
- •An engineering building was built close to the medical center in 1962.
- •In September 1966, the Extension Center was renamed the College of General Studies and elevated to a full four-year program.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1251
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
59.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$15,832
Programs (181)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
82%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
93
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AL state average + city premium