University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Admission
UAB is test-optional for students planning to enroll in spring, summer, or fall. Test-optional means the university does not require applicants to submit an ACT or SAT score to be considered for admission or scholarships. We use a holistic approach, utilizing several performance factors, including the strength of curriculum, grades, grade point average, and test scores, if you wish to have them considered.
Applicants have two options regarding test scores:
- Submit your official ACT or SAT scores. Test scores included on an official high school transcript or submitted directly from ACT or College Board are considered official for admission purposes. UAB does not “super score” ACT or SAT results; your highest composite score will be considered.
- Apply test-optional and submit no test score. Review the UAB test-optional policy for more information.
Once your application is submitted, your choice to have your test scores included or not included in the review of your application cannot be changed.
High School Curriculum Requirements
| Subject Area | Units Required | Units Recommended | Recommended Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 4 | 4 | Composition, literature |
| Social Sciences | 3 | 4 | History, government, economics |
| Mathematics | 3 | 4 | Algebra I, algebra II, geometry, pre-calculus |
| Natural Sciences | 3 | 4 | Biology, Chemistry, Physics; two courses must have a lab component |
| Other | 4 | 4 | Additional academic courses in mathematics, science, foreign language, computer science, etc. |
Application and Scholarship Deadlines
| Incoming Semester | Priority Deadline Admission | Priority Deadline Scholarships |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | June 1 | March 1 |
| Spring | November 1 | N/A |
| Summer | May 15 | May 1 |
Although applications submitted after the priority deadline will be considered on space and funds-available basis, you are encouraged to apply as early as possible to ensure ample time to review your application for admission and scholarships.
What are UAB GPA requirements?
Minimum overall GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 US grading scale based on UAB’s evaluation of the secondary school transcript. English proficiency exam* if English is not the applicant’s native language; or ACT/SAT score if English is the applicant’s native language.