UAB, a leading research university and health center, offers globally impactful degree programs. With a focus on technology and entrepreneurship in Birmingham's tech boom, top-ranked areas include nursing, public health and health administration.

Eight of our medicine specialties were ranked in the nation’s top 50 best hospital rankings by U.S. News & World Report 2023. And with one of the best-funded research facilities in the US, UAB students are ready for success.

First-year Undergraduate Direct Entry

Academic entry requirements

• High school diploma
• Additional materials may also be required
• Minimum GPA equivalent: 2.75+

English language requirements

• TOEFL iBT: 77
• TOEFL essentials: 8.5
• IELTS: 6.0 (overall with at least 5.5 on each section)
• PTEA: 53
• Duolingo: 120
• Academic English: Level 5

Academic and English language requirements may vary by program.

Transfer

All information is provided as a guide and does not guarantee entry. Admissions decisions are at the discretion of the university.

If you have been enrolled at a college or university you may be eligible to apply to transfer your studies to the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Full course descriptions are required, and transfer credits are approved by department. More information about transfer applications can be found on the university website.

Academic entry requirements

GPA 2.0 with 24 or more transferrable credit hours

English language requirements

• TOEFL iBT 77
• TOEFL Essentials 8.5
• IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each subsection)
• PTEA 53
• Duolingo 120

How to apply

Apply via INTO Global Application