Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
88.42%
SAT Average
1,251
ACT Range
22-30
University of Alabama at Birmingham Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 88.42%. This means approximately 884 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 12,118 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
88.42%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,832 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,864 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $27,826 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,727 | State avg: $14,203. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.18% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 40.97% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Alabama at Birmingham Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$21,864
Room and board
$13,590
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$5,757
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$27,826
Average net price
$17,727
Average aid coverage
36%
$10,099 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Alabama at Birmingham pays approximately $17,727 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Alabama average of $14,203 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Alabama at Birmingham?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Alabama and national averages.
University of Alabama at Birmingham net price
$17,727
Alabama average
$14,203
National average
$17,506
University of Alabama at Birmingham Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $21,864 and average net price at $17,727. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$21,864
Current net price
$17,727
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
62.60%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,501
Undergraduates
12,118
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Alabama at Birmingham vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Alabama at Birmingham graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Alabama at Birmingham?
Undergraduates
12,118
Completion rate
62.60%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.18%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
40.97%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.18% of University of Alabama at Birmingham students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 40.97% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Alabama at Birmingham
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Alabama at Birmingham's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Alabama at Birmingham lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Alabama at Birmingham is listed at Administration Bldg Suite 1070, Birmingham, AL 35294-0110. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Alabama at Birmingham with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | 88.42% | $21,864 | $17,727 | $54,501 |
| Auburn University | 50.47% | $33,944 | $23,897 | $65,337 |
| Columbia Southern University | Not available | $5,808 | $14,975 | $63,534 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville | 74.25% | $24,662 | $19,880 | $61,767 |
| Marion Military Institute | 59.17% | $15,538 | $10,137 | $59,644 |
Similar Schools in Birmingham
This local cluster focuses on nearby Birmingham schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Birmingham.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Alabama at Birmingham's acceptance rate?
University of Alabama at Birmingham's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 88.42%.
How much is University of Alabama at Birmingham tuition?
University of Alabama at Birmingham's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $21,864.
What is University of Alabama at Birmingham's average net price?
University of Alabama at Birmingham's average net price in the local dataset is $17,727.
What is University of Alabama at Birmingham's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,501 for University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Is University of Alabama at Birmingham accredited?
University of Alabama at Birmingham's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of Alabama at Birmingham?
The local dataset lists 12,118 undergraduate students at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
What percentage of University of Alabama at Birmingham students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Alabama at Birmingham in the local dataset is 33.18%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Alabama at Birmingham?
The federal loan rate for University of Alabama at Birmingham in the local dataset is 40.97%.
Where should I verify University of Alabama at Birmingham data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Alabama at Birmingham or the latest official federal education data.