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Overview of University of Alabama at Birmingham

Mission Statement

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UAB is a research university and academic health center that discovers, teaches and applies knowledge for the intellectual, cultural, social and economic benefit of Birmingham, the state and beyond.

Quick Facts

17,543 students

72% admitted

$6,264 tuition/year

  • 11,887 full time
  • 5,656 part time
  • 5,048 men full time
  • 6,839 women full time
  • 5,082 applied
  • 3,644 admitted
  • 1,600 enrolled
  • $14,256 out of state
  • N/A fees
  • $5,200 room & board
  • $1,000 books

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At a Glance

Institution Type: Public
Campus Setting: Mid-size city
Highest Degree Offered: Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
17,543 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads Graduates
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Tiffani from decatur, AL
  • 0
  • “UAB is an exceptional place for one to further their love of science. It has some amazing professors that you will look up to and remember for the rest of…”

  • Apr-15-2012 » Read More
  • Lakesha from Tarrant, AL
  • 0
  • “The University of Alabama at Birmingham is a wonderful school that has great professors who are willing to help you through the years you are there. I would recommend UAB…”

  • Jan-13-2012 » Read More
  • Mia from Hoover, AL
  • 0
  • “they have a really nice campus; it makes you forget you're in a city. most people are really friendly and open. this is a grade conscious school; so the library…”

  • Feb-16-2012 » Read More
  • Carl from Moundville, AL
  • 0
  • “uab is a wonderful inviting campus. the people and professors are very friendly and the involvement in activities is immense. the academic standard is high, but is very reachable through…”

  • Feb-29-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 4
  • Candace from Washington, DC
  • Dec-30-2011 I am a current student here

    Although UAB is not categorized as a party school, there are plenty of things to do. Whether it's a boys or girls sports event, to dorm sponsored socials or comedy shows, you shouldn't get bored! If you have a car it's an added bonus because you can go off campus to other events.

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  • 5
  • Halley from Pinson, AL
  • Dec-24-2011 I am a current student here

    The staff really know their stuff and have been helpful. Everyone from the professors to the advisors know their job and how to best get you through your degree. The atmosphere is very friendly and it doesn't feel like a big college at all.

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  • Anonymous
  • Dec-22-2011 I am a current student here

    I do not particularly enjoy UAB. It is a decent place to go to college. For me, it has been hard to get involved.

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