The University of Alabama at Birmingham's campus is in a prime location in the heart of the Southside neighborhood of Birmingham.
Birmingham has played major roles in American history, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham is committed to playing its part on the global stage with revolutionary research. Our university embraces diversity; specifically, how our differences inform the breakthroughs and ideas only possible through multiple perspectives. International students contribute to that in a big way. Here, you’re encouraged to participate in field work that will serve those around you and potentially people around the world.
Birmingham’s economic impact combined with the university’s robust research funding gives the next generation of great thinkers the resources they need to flourish. At UAB, you won’t just graduate with a degree; our curriculum will push you to go beyond, so you enter the workforce with a skill-studded portfolio and an industry-savvy résumé.
You'll never be at a loss for things to do, with a vibrant cultural, learning and historical scene. Take advantage of one of the most iconic cities in the southeastern US. Birmingham is a metropolitan area of 1.2 million people and was recently named one of 52 places to visit in 2017 by The New York Times.
As a student, you get the perk of living in a travel destination. Living on campus will put you in a central location, with easy access to idyllic downtown Birmingham. You can walk to classes while also living near restaurants, fine arts displays and entertainment districts. With so many places to go within walking distance, you’ll find yourself encountering the best of Birmingham’s thriving food, arts and entertainment scene without venturing far from campus.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham offers a variety of programs, services and facilities to provide you with an unrivaled study experience. Services like the Multicultural and Diversity Programs, the International Student and Scholar Services, the Student Advocacy group, the Student Health and Wellness Center, and the Student Counseling Center are all available to ensure you have the necessary tools to achieve success.
The most popular majors at University of Alabama--Birmingham include: Health Professions and Related Programs; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Education; and Engineering.
UAB is the state of Alabama’s largest employer, with some 23,000 employees, and has an annual economic impact exceeding $7.15 billion. Thirteen UAB graduate programs were ranked in the top 25 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2019 “America’s Best Graduate School” list, and 10 UAB specialties were ranked among the nation’s top 50 programs of their kind in the U.S. News 2017-2018 Best Hospitals list.
The UAB is positioned in 213th place in the world ranking (and 91 in Europe) according to the QS World University Rankings 2021, that ranks of the 500 World's Best universities by QS.
