University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB): what international applicants need

What are University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)'s application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)'s acceptance rate?

88.2% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) admitted 10,034 of its 11,379 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 610–740 in Math and 600–710 in Reading and Writing (4% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 23–30.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)'s application fee for international students?

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)'s application fee is $40 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) accept?

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) require?

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) require the Common App personal essay?

No. University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) have?

361 of University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)'s 11,959 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) cost for international students?

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $22,562 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $9,098). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $14,170. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $43,713 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source