Key Statistics
About University of Alabama at Birmingham
The University of Alabama at Birmingham is a public university located in Birmingham, Alabama, enrolling approximately 11,635 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 88.2%, making it broadly accessible, and retains about 80.1% of its students from year to year. Its graduation rate stands at 64.2%.
In-state tuition is $9,098 per year, with an average net price after financial aid of $18,749, and roughly 34% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting the university's reach among cost-conscious learners. Graduates report median earnings of $54,501 ten years after enrollment. For career-focused students, UAB offers programs relevant to fields such as data science, information security, education at the elementary level, and physical therapy.
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Enrollment Profile
| Group | Share of enrollment |
|---|---|
| White | 46.5% |
| Black / African American | 27.1% |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8.6% |
| Asian | 9.4% |