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Guide for International Students

2 | INTO University of Alabama at Birmingham 2018–2019

5.079 hectaresof newly built facilities

1 of 81Public Universities with Carnegie Foundation’s Tier 1 Highest Research Activity(Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education)

#1School of Health Professions in NIH Funding(2016)

Why Choose the University of Alabama at Birmingham?Knowledge That Will Change Your World

Programs in the top 25(U.S. News & World Report 2018)

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UAB graduates have been hired by:

Apple

AT&T

BBVA Compass

Boeing

Deloitte

Eli Lily & Co.

Google

Goldman Sachs & Co.

Honda

IBM

Lab Corp

Microsoft

PwC

Visa

Wells Fargo & Co.

15Student CEOs at the UAB iLab at Innovation Depot in 2016

Employability at the University of Alabama at Birmingham

Invested in Hill Student Center

45M+Research University

in the US(Best College Reviews 2017)

Top 20

#168Best Universities in the World(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2017-18)

Top Programs

#2Health Care Management

#13Nursing School

#16PhysicianAssistant

#19Public Health

#25OccupationalTherapy

#20Physical Therapy

#46Part-time MBA

#56Biomedical Engineering

#10NIH funding among public universities

#66Worldwide for US utility patents(National Academy of Inventions 2016)

$528MTotal research expenditures

#159in National Universities(U.S. News & World Report 2018)

“ What makes UAB special is the diversity here. There are so many different people from different parts of the world.” Gabriel Okafor, Nigeria Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

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*U.S. News & World Report 2018

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About the UniversityUAB is a place for dreamers and doers, artists and scientists, idealists and realists. As an internationally-renowned, public research university and academic health center, our reach stretches across classes, cultures and continents into inner-city classrooms, rural clinics and far corners of the globe.

The University of Alabama at BirminghamIf you are seeking “knowledge that will change

your world,” the University of Alabama at

Birmingham is for you. We’re a university

without walls, where no one is worried about

fitting in—just standing out. Here you will be a

part of a diverse campus population, take part in

world-class research and serve your global and

local community while receiving an education

that will prepare you for a bright future. As a

nationally-recognized academic health science

center in the state’s most populous metropolitan

area, UAB is the largest employer in Alabama,

enriching the city and state with a $5 billion

economic impact each year on the city of

Birmingham and the state of Alabama.

Education and ResearchOur research faculty rank among the nation’s

best funded and are noted for exceptional

mentoring and training. You will have

opportunities to directly interact and receive

mentoring from some of the top researchers

in their fields such as Dr. Sarah Parcak, winner

of the $1 million TED prize, and Dr. James

McClintock, a leading authority on the effects

of climate change in Antarctica. Our goal is to

ensure you receive the best education possible

while helping solve global problems.

Find out more about UABwww.uab.edu

“Our University’s goal is to establish a presence around the world, while bringing the world to UAB.”Ray L. Watts, MD President

The INTO UAB AdvantageFrom the moment you step on campus you will

be a Blazer and a member of our UAB family.

You’ll meet new friends, have access to all of

the academic, social and campus resources and

begin earning credits for your degree program.

• Take the first steps toward earning your

degree from one of America’s leading

research institutions.

• Study on a safe and friendly campus that

offers more than 150 student organizations.

• Live, learn and have fun with students from

across the US and around the globe.

• Enjoy full access to all university resources,

services and facilities.

• Learn in small classes taught by highly

qualified university instructors.

• Earn academic credits that apply toward your

degree program at UAB.

• Progress to a UAB degree program upon

successful completion of a Pathway program.

Student ServicesAs an international student at UAB, you

will have access to a range of programs

and services promoting social, personal and

academic well-being.

We provide the following:

• Orientation program

• International mentors program

• Language advisors

• Visa and immigration support

• Learning Resource Center

• Friendship Partners program

• Trips and activities


Living in BirminghamBirmingham is a metropolitan area of more than 1.1 million people and a thriving center of medicine, banking, business, research and development. Our dynamic and diverse city is filled with up-and-coming areas with an eclectic mix of restaurants, cafés and live music venues.

1 of 52Places to Go in 2017(The New York Times)

1,000+Birmingham-area employers offer student internship opportunities


Find out more about Birminghamwww.intostudy.com/uab/ birmingham

2 hoursby plane to New York City or Miami

Portland

Seattle

San Francisco

Los Angeles

Denver

Dallas

Atlanta

New York

Miami

DetroitChicago

Washington, DC

BirminghamSan Diego

City of BirminghamOnce you arrive in Birmingham, you’ll find that

our vibrant downtown, world-class culinary

scene and 99 historic neighborhoods with

countless places to eat, shop and visit make our

city one of the most livable in the nation. Named

the “Magic City” during its days as a bustling

steel town, Birmingham has transformed into an

international hub of medical research, business

and technology with over 40,000 businesses.

Must-See LocationsInfluenced by its rich Southern culture,

Birmingham is known for its food scene,

industry connections and outdoor access.

• Listen to live music at the historic Alabama

Theatre or at SlossFest, one of the nation’s

newest music and art festivals.

• Learn about the history of auto racing and

see the world’s largest motorcycle collection

at the Barber Motorsports Museum.

• Visit the nation’s second-largest urban nature

preserve, Ruffner Mountain, only 10 minutes

from campus.

• Take a breath of fresh air at Railroad Park,

a 19-acre greenspace with food-truck rallies,

a bike-share program with solar-powered

docking stations and running trails.

• Catch a breathtaking Alabama sunset

overlooking downtown Birmingham at

Vulcan Park and Museum, home to the

largest cast-iron statue in the world.

Local FlavorOn campus or off, you won’t have to go far

to find all the food you are craving. Thanks to

Southern traditions and James Beard award-

winning chefs, Birmingham’s food scene has

earned worldwide press from food critics. In the

past year, the prestigious Food & Wine magazine

relocated its headquarters to Birmingham from

New York City. Whatever your tastes, you are

sure to find delicious food options near campus.

Creative OutletThinking of creating your own business?

The Innovation Depot is a business

incubator for creative entrepreneurs that

provides a flexible and affordable work

space along with in-house expertise to

help guide the progression of your idea.

The Innovation Depot will help to shape

your growth and success.

Major Employers in Birmingham• Alabama Power Company

• American Cast Iron Pipe Co. Inc.

• AT&T Telecommunications, Inc.

• BBVA Compass Bank

• Birmingham Board of Education

• Children’s Hospital

• Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC

• Mercedes Benz Manufacturing/

USA International

• Regions Bank

• University of Alabama at Birmingham

• US Government


Housing and DiningLiving 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.

Living on CampusLiving on campus for your first two consecutive

semesters is required if you are an International

Year One student. If you are a Graduate Pathway

student, you may live in the residence hall if

space is available. All students will be residing in

double occupancy residence halls, and no single

options are available.

Every attempt will be made to house you with

American roommates, which will help you better

integrate into American culture and provide you

a great opportunity to practice your English

language skills.

Safety and SecurityThe safety and security of UAB students is a top

priority. Exterior building doors are monitored by

an online electronic access control system 24

hours per day. Each residence hall is staffed all

day and night at the front desk, and all residents

and guests must check with desk staff before

entry. UAB police officers routinely patrol

all areas.

Campus DiningDining on campus gives you the advantage

of never having to worry about keeping cash

on hand. At UAB there are 10 restaurants on

campus, all of which accept the UAB ONE Card

for payment. There is also a convenience store

on campus located in Camp Hall.

Meal Plan OptionsAll students living on campus while enrolled

in INTO UAB programs are required to have a

dining plan. You will use your UAB ONE Card

to purchase meals and use Dining Dollars,

a declining balance account, to purchase

food and drinks at all UAB dining facilities.

Undergraduates will receive Meal Plan Blazer 1

with unlimited meals at the Commons. Graduate

students will receive Meal Plan Green 6 with

25 meals per semester. For more details,

visit uab.edu/dining/meal-plans.

Please note, meal plans cannot be changed or

added while you are in the INTO UAB program,

but you can always add more BlazerBucks on

your UAB ONE Card.

“UAB is a great place to live and study. I’ve met so many people from other countries and I love the pace of life here.”Jinrui Ma, China Academic English

Find out more about living on campusuab.edu/housing

Residence Hall CommunitiesFind additional areas of support while

living in UAB’s residence halls:

Academic Success: Living on

campus typically allows you to

achieve a higher grade point

average than those who live

off campus.

Community: Residence halls

host a variety of educational

and social activities with the

goal of building community

among students, the

institution and the greater

Birmingham community.

Diversity: Each residence

hall is a diverse, multicultural

community of different

backgrounds, beliefs

and orientations where

students can learn from one

another in an inclusive and

open environment.

Guidance and Support:

Residence hall staff are

available 24 hours per day to

help guide students personally

and academically.

Leadership: Opportunities

for involvement include Hall

Council and the Residence

Hall Association.

Living Green: All residence halls

are committed to recycling and

other sustainable practices.


Double Room in Denman Hall

Suite-Style Room in Blazer Hall

BlazerBucksReloadable debit account on your UAB ONE

Card that can be used at several on- and

off-campus locations including:

• Dreamland Bar-B-Que

• Sitar Indian Restaurant

• Subway

• Hungry Howie’s Pizza


Ways to start your academic studies

Undergraduate AdmissionsUAB offers three different paths to begin your undergraduate studies. With more than 50 bachelor’s degrees and multiple start dates throughout the year, we’ll help you find the option that’s right for you.

2.75+ GPA

TOEFL 77

IELTS 6.0

2.0 GPA

TOEFL 77

IELTS 6.0

2.0 GPA

TOEFL 60

IELTS 5.5

1-Semester Pathway

2-Semester Pathway

3-Semester Pathway

Year 1 Freshman

Year 2 Sophomore

Year 3 Junior

Year 4 Senior

High School Diploma(or equivalent)

What are your scores?

Undergraduate Degree Program

Direct Entry

2.0 GPA

TOEFL 50

IELTS 5.0

First semester of this Pathway program begins before Year 1/

Freshman

International Year One

No TOEFL

or IELTS

Scores

English Language Program(See page 29)

Direct EntryIf you meet the specified language and academic criteria you may

apply directly to UAB. Get started on page 34.

Entry Requirements• Satisfactory completion of a secondary/high school diploma with an overall

GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale

• SAT or ACT may be required for some programs or if English is your native language

• The degree program you select may have additional requirements with which you must comply

• TOEFL iBT 77 or

• IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 on each section or

• PTEA 51

Note: Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to some specific programs.

International Year OneInternational Year One allows you to begin earning credits toward

your degree even if you don’t meet the academic and English

requirements for direct entry. You’ll receive additional support to

move you successfully through your first year at UAB and graduate in

the same amount of time as domestic students. Depending on your

English language scores, you’ll enter International Year One through a

1-Semester, 2-Semester or 3-Semester Pathway program.

Entry Requirements• High school diploma

• Minimum 2.0 GPA

1-Semester Pathway • TOEFL 77 iBT or

• IELTS 6.0 or

• PTEA 51

2-Semester Pathway • TOEFL iBT 60 or

• IELTS 5.5 or

• PTEA 44+ or

• Completion of Academic English Level 4 or

• Password overall Level 6


• IELTS 5.0 or

• PTEA 41+ or

• Completion of Academic English Level 3

English Language Program Our Academic English program is designed to improve your English and

prepare you for university studies. Once you have achieved the required

language level, you can progress to International Year One or enter your

undergraduate degree program directly. Learn more on page 29.

Entry Requirement• High school diploma

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Graduate AdmissionsUAB offers 90 graduate degree programs, including nine that are ranked among the top 20 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. There are three ways you can begin your graduate studies.

Direct EntryIf you meet the specified language and academic criteria you

may apply directly to UAB. Get started on page 34.

Entry Requirements• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

• Minimum GRE or GMAT, if required by desired degree program

• The degree program you select may have additional requirements with which you must comply

• TOEFL iBT 80 or

• IELTS 6.5 or

• PTEA 53 or

• Completion of Academic English Level 5, may vary by program

Note: Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the University of Alabama at Birmingham or any specific program. Admission decisions may be based on such factors as the suitability of the applicant’s research interests, the availability of professors in a particular field of research and the number of qualified applicants.

Graduate Pathway ProgramsOur Graduate Pathway program will give you the academic

foundation and essential language skills to successfully

move on to your master’s or doctoral degree. You’ll receive

the highest level of personal care and support throughout

your program. We offer a 1-Semester and 2-Semester option,

depending on your English language level.

Entry Requirements• Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent

• 2.5 undergraduate GPA


• IELTS 6.5 or

• PTEA 53


• IELTS 5.5 or

• PTEA 44 or

• Completion of Academic English Level 4 or

• Password overall Level 6

English Language Program Our Academic English program is designed to improve your

English and prepare you for university studies. Once you have

achieved the required language level, you can progress to a

Graduate Pathway program or enter your graduate degree

program directly. Learn more on page 29.

Entry Requirement• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent


Academic Programs

A Pathway program can lead to this degree and this UAB degree is available through direct entry.

● This UAB degree program is available through direct entry.

Designated STEM degree by the US Department of Homeland Security

* Stipulations apply for admission to this bachelor’s program, please visit department website for more information.

B = Bachelor’s M = Master’s D = Doctorate

International Year One may lead to any bachelor’s degree listed below.

Graduate Pathway programs leading to master’s degrees are listed below in green.

B M D

College of Arts and Sciences

African-American Studies

Anthropology [MA concentration in Peace and Human Rights] ●

Applied Mathematics ●

Art [BFA concentration in Art Studio] [BA concentrations in Art Studio and Art History]

Art History ●

Biology [BS concentrations in Integrative Biology, Marine Science and Molecular Biology]

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Chemistry [BS concentrations in Biochemistry, Chemical Education, Forensic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry]

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Communication Management ●

Communication Studies [BA concentrations in Communication Management, Mass Communication Broadcasting, Mass Communication Journalism, Mass Communication Public Relations]

Computer Forensics and Security Management

Computer Science [BA and BS concentration in Computer Networking] [MS concentrations in Bioinformatics, Graphics, Parallel and Distributed Computing, and Software Engineering]

●

Criminal Justice [BS concentrations in Corrections, Policing, Criminology, Forensic Science, Juvenile Justice]

●

Digital Forensics

English [BA concentrations in Creative Writing, Linguistics, Literature, Professional Writing] [MA concentrations in Literature, Composition and Rhetoric, Creative Writing]

●

Foreign Language [BA concentrations in French, Spanish]

Forensic Science ●

General Studies

Genetics & Genome Sciences

History ●

Immunology

International Studies

B M D

College of Arts and Sciences (continued)

Mathematics [BS concentrations in Applied Math and Scientific Computation, Mathematical Reasoning]

●

Medical Sociology ●

Music [BA* concentrations in Music Education Vocal/Choral, Music Education Instrumental, Music Technology]

Musical Theatre [BFA]

Neuroscience*

Philosophy [BA concentration in Ethics]

Physics [BS concentration in Advanced Physics, Applied Physics, Biophysics, Computational Physics]

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Political Science [BA concentrations in American Government and Political Theory, Comparative Politics and International Relations]

Psychology [PhD concentrations in Behavioral Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Medical and Clinical Psychology]

●

Public Administration

Social Work [MSW concentration in Clinical/Medical Social Work] ●

Sociology [BA concentration in Social Psychology]

●

Theatre [BA concentrations in General Theatre, Pre-Professional Design and Technology, Pre-Professional Performance]

Collat School of Business

Accounting [BS concentration in Forensic Accounting/Information Technology Auditing]

●

Business Administration [MBA concentrations In Finance, Health Services, Management Information Systems, Marketing]

Economics [BS concentrations in Analysis and Policy, Mathematical Economics, Philosophy, Politics and Economics]

Finance [BS concentrations in Financial Management, Investments and Institutions, Real Estate]

Human Resource Management

Industrial Distribution [BS concentration in Medical Equipment and Supplies Distribution]

Information Systems

Management [BS concentrations in Business Administration, General Management, Operations Management]

Marketing [BS concentrations in Marketing Management, Professional Sales Management, Retail Marketing Management, Social Media Marketing]

School of Education

Arts Education [MAEd concentrations in Music Education Choral, Music Education Instrumental, Visual Arts]

●

Community Health and Human Services [BS concentrations in Community Health]

Counseling [MA concentrations in Clinical Mental Health, Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling, School Counseling]

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B M D

School of Education (continued)

Early Childhood and Elementary Education ●

Educational Studies in Diverse Populations [PhD concentrations in Health Disparities with Diverse Populations, Metropolitan Education Studies, Pedagogical Studies for Diverse Populations]

●

Educational Leadership and Administration [MAEd, EdS, EdD] ● ●

Health Education and Health Promotion ●

Kinesiology [BS concentrations in Exercise Science, Fitness Leadership] [MS concentration in Exercise Physiology]

●

Reading ●

Special Education [MAEd concentrations in Collaborative Teaching, Early Childhood Special Education, Visual Impairments] [EdS concentrations in Collaborative Teacher Autism Spectrum Disorders, Collaborative Teacher Reading]

Teaching English as a Second Language [MAEd concentrations in English as a Second Language, French and English as a Second Language, Spanish and English as a Second Language, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages] [EdS concentration in English to Speakers of Other Languages]

School of Engineering

Biomedical Engineering [BSBME* concentrations in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Biomechanics]

● ●

Civil Engineering [BSCE* concentration in Design and Construction, Sustainable Engineering] [MSCE specializations in Environmental Engineering, Structural Engineering and Structural Mechanics, Transportation Engineering]

●

Computer Engineering ●

Electrical Engineering*

Materials Engineering [BSMtE* concentrations in Biomaterials, Metallurgy, Polymer Matrix Composites]

●

Mechanical Engineering*

School of Health Professions

Administrative Health Services [DSc, PhD] ●

Biomedical and Health Sciences ●

Biomedical Science [MS concentrations in Biochemistry, Structural, and Stem Cell Biology Cancer Biology Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology Genetics, Genomics, and Bioinformatics Immunology Microbiology Neuroscience Pathobiology and Molecular Medicine]

●

Biotechnology

Clinical Laboratory Science ●

Genetic Counseling ●

Health Administration ●

Health Physics ●

Healthcare Management [BS concentrations in Clinical Manager, General Manager, Long Term Care Administration, Pre-Professional Program]

Healthcare Quality and Safety ●

Nuclear Medicine Technology ●

Nutrition Sciences [MS tracks in Dietetic Internship/Clinical, Research, Lifestyle Management and Disease Prevention]

● ●

Occupational Therapy [Programs in Post-Professional Occupational Therapy, Post-Professional Low Vision Rehabilitation]

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B M D

School of Health Professions (continued)

Physical Therapy ●

Physician Assistant Studies ●

Rehabilitation Science ●

Joint Health Sciences

Basic Medical Sciences ●

Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics ●

Cell Biology ●

Cellular and Molecular Physiology ●

Genetics ●

Microbiology ●

Neurobiology ●

Pathology ●

Pharmacology and Toxicology ●

School of Nursing

Nursing [BSN*, DNP, PhD] ● ●

School of Public Health

Biostatistics ● ●

Environmental Health Science ●

Epidemiology ●

Health Education and Promotion ●

Public Health [BS concentrations in Environmental Health Sciences, General Public Health, Global Health Studies] [MPH concentrations in Environmental and Occupational Health, Epidemiology, Health Behavior, Health Behavior-Nursing, Health Behavior-Psychology, Health Care Organization Policy, Health Policy, Industrial Hygiene, Maternal and Child Health Policy/Leadership, Public Health-Physician Assistant, Public Health-Business Administration, Public Health-Public Administration, Public Health-Sociology] [MSPH concentrations in Applied Epidemiology, Clinical and Translational Science-Epidemiology, Clinical and Translational Science-Health Behavior, Environmental Health and Toxicology, Environmental Health Research, Industrial Hygiene, Pharmacoepidemiology and Comparative Effectiveness Research, Public Health Psychology] [DrPH concentrations in Environmental Health, Health Care Organization Policy, International Health, Maternal and Child Health, Outcomes Research]

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Unique Programs at UABDid you know that the University of Alabama at Birmingham is ranked as one of the top 15 up-and-coming universities in the US? Unique programs are a big reason why. College of Arts

and Sciences uab.edu/cas

Collat School of Business uab.edu/business

School of Education uab.edu/education

School of Engineering uab.edu/engineering

School of Health Professions uab.edu/shp

Honors College uab.edu/honorscollege

School of Nursing uab.edu/nursing

School of Public Health soph.uab.edu

Academic CollegesTo learn more about the academic colleges at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, please visit the websites listed below:

UAB School of Nursing

NursingAs a student in the UAB School of Nursing

you will work alongside internationally-known

faculty and researchers. Our students have

exposure caring for complex patients, with

in-depth exposure to interprofessional clinical

experiences and simulations in brand-new $32

million state-of-the-art facilities. Our students

are trained in a nursing school that is ranked

No. 13 in the nation (U.S. News & World Report

2018)—the most affordable nationally-ranked

program—with most clinical sites within walking

distance to one of the nation’s largest hospitals

and highly-ranked academic medical centers.

Public HealthThe School of Public Health is committed to

inspiring people who will change the world.

Ranked No. 19 in the US and No. 4 in NIH

funding (U.S. News & World Report 2018), UAB

has the most innovative school of public health

in the country—a place where big ideas are

solving even bigger problems. Specializations

span from epidemiology to health care

organization and policy. The School of Public

Health’s collaborative teams work to solve our

communities’ hardest problems and conduct

fundamental research that helps to create the

foundation for future learning.

Computer ScienceStudents in the CS program gain firsthand

experience working directly with top security

personnel on projects at Facebook, Google,

PayPal, eBay and law enforcement agencies in

the war against cybercrime. When UAB helped

track down the international criminals behind

a malware attack on Facebook in 2013, the

company personally thanked UAB by donating

the Facebook Suite, a replica of the company’s

Silicon Valley headquarters.

iLabIn partnership with the Collat School of Business

and Innovation Depot, an international award-

winning start-up incubator, the UAB iLab

provides students with the hands-on learning

and mentorship needed for success in the

workplace and is designed to support and

accelerate their start-up companies.

BiotechnologyUAB’s biotechnology program trains students

to find solutions and develop scientific research

and improve it for the commercial market. Using

a “learn by doing” approach, classroom and

laboratory skills are honed through an internship

at one of more than 550 biotech enterprises.

Graduates are uniquely qualified for high-quality

jobs and achieve an annual post-graduate

employment rate of 95% or better.

UAB Honors CollegeThe UAB Honors College is a place where you

can become who you were meant to be. Honors

College students enjoy the benefits of small

class sizes, personalized, customized curriculum,

innovative honors seminars looking at unique

topics, opportunities for hands-on service

learning, undergraduate research, honors-

specific academic advising, special speakers

series and priority course registration.

ResearchOur research faculty ranks among the nation’s

best funded and is noted for exceptional

mentoring and training—from post-doctoral

fellows to undergraduate researchers. Our

total expenditures exceeded $528 million

in 2016, including $238 million from the

National Institutes of Health, ranking us 10th

among public universities in NIH funding.

For more information about research at UAB,

visit uab.edu/home/research.

FellowshipsDuring a two-year span, ending in 2015, UAB

students earned 31 national and international

fellowships. Most recently, 27 students

were selected for the 2018 Clinton Global

Initiative University.

The Green and Gold FundLed by students in the Collat School of Business,

the Green and Gold Fund manages more than

$500,000 in assets, a number that has grown

each year of its existence.

The fund allows students to perform actual

investment portfolio management with real

money, providing them with valuable experience

for their future careers. All Green and Gold

Fund members are certified and have access to

Bloomberg terminals any time of the day.


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Undergraduate International Scholarships - First-Year Students

Scholarship Award/Benefits Requirements Application Dates

INTO UAB Regional Scholarship $1,000-$5,000

• Letter of Offer• Latest academic transcript• Evidence of English proficiency• 300-400 word personal statement*• Scholarship interview*

First come, first served

UAB International Scholarship $5,000/year 3.0+ GPA First come, first served

UAB IB Scholarship $1,000-$2,500/yearFully admitted to UAB as a freshman undergraduate student before March 1Completion of the international baccalaureate diploma with a score of 24 or higher

March 1

UAB Continuing Success Scholarship $3,000/year

• International Year One must be completed, and all progression requirements met • Student must matriculate to UAB the academic term immediately following International

Year One completion. Students completing the International Year One at the end of Spring semester must matriculate by the Fall semester

• Cumulative 3.75 GPA must be achieved and maintained throughout International Year One

Scholarship amounts and eligibility requirements are subject to change. *May be required for certain regions.

Scholarships

“ The way they teach us is absolutely impressive because they give us practical examples that are actually happening around the city or the country. In the United States, they make sure everything we study is performed hands on so we are exposed to the practical training of what we are studying. That will help us a lot in the future.”

Veena Krishna Boppana, India Master’s in Computer Science

Learn more about Veena’s journey to success at UAB: www.myin.to/VeenaUAB


Progression Routes

Pre-Nursing

Nursing

Public Health

Public Health

Science

Biology

Biomedical Sciences*

Chemistry**

Genetic and Genome Sciences

Immunology

Neuroscience*

Physics

Business

Accounting

Economics

Finance

Industrial Distribution

Information Systems

Management

Marketing

Computer Science

Computer Science

Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Materials Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

General Studies

African American Studies

Anthropology

Art

Chemistry

Communication Studies

Criminal Justice

Digital Forensics

Education

English

French

General Studies

History

International Studies

Mathematics

Music

Musical Theatre

Philosophy

Political Science

Psychology

Social Work

Sociology

Spanish

Theatre

*Highly competitive entry requirements

** Some chemistry courses may require upper-level prerequisite courses.

Students who successfully complete International Year One can progress to the following degree programs.

The courses listed in the following tables are examples and are subject to change.

International Year One | 17

3-Semester Pathway ProgramAvailable in the fall, spring and summer semesters, our 3-Semester Pathway program offers more focus on English language

preparation than our 1- or 2-Semester Pathway programs. This option applies to all International Year One and allows you to

start earning credits toward your bachelor’s degree at UAB. The sample course schedule below is for the first semester of the

3-Semester Pathway program. Additional course samples for subsequent semesters are on the following pages.


Business

2-Semester PathwayFall: August 21, 2018Spring: January 2, 2019Summer: May 1, 2019

Degree Program Components120 credit hour program32 credit hours apply from Pathway88 credit hours remaining toward degree

Program Information

Entry Requirements • High school diploma • 2.0 minimum high school GPA equivalent • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 60 or • IELTS 5.5 or • PTEA 44 or • Completion of AE Level 4 or • Password overall Level 6

Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements • Minimum 2.0 cumulative UAB GPA • C or better in all courses • No grades I or W permitted

Notes: 1 These courses include labs specific to the course of study and are dedicated to Pathway students. Students will also need to register for Chemistry (CH 106) and Biology labs (BY 102).

These courses are generally delivered through the INTO UAB Center and are for Pathway students only.

ELI 101 Academic Writing 3

ELI 102 Academic Reading 3

ELI 203 Academic English Listening and Speaking 3

ANTH 101 Cultural Anthropology 3

MA 105 Pre-Calculus Algebra 3

Total 15

Semester 2 Course Title Credit Hours

ELI 205 English Skills for Academic Success 4

CMST 101 Public Speaking 3

BUS 101 Introduction to Business 3

CH 1051 or BY 1011

Introduction to Chemistry 1 or Contemporary Biology 4

BUS 110 Essentials of Financial Literacy 3

Total 17




• TOEFL iBT 77 or • IELTS 6.0 or • PTEA 51


EH 101 Composition I 3

ELI 206 Accelerated English Skills for Academic Success 4



BUS 101 or BUS 102

Introduction to Business or Foundations of Business 3

Total 16

uab.edu/business

Sample 3-Semester Pathway Program (All Majors)


Degree Program Components4 credit hours apply from Pathway

Program Information


• TOEFL iBT 50 or • IELTS 5.0 or • PTEA 41+ or • Completion of AE Level 3 or • Password overall Level 5

Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours These courses are generally delivered through the INTO UAB Center and are for Pathway students only.

Students are tested upon arrival and may have an additional semester of AE added based on testing at INTO UAB.


ELI 042 Speaking/Listening 0

ELI 043 Using English Accurately 0



UASC 101 Exploring UAB 1

Total 4



Engineering



Program Information



Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements • Minimum 2.2 cumulative UAB GPA (3.2 UAB

GPA for Biomedical Engineering) • C or better in all courses • No grades I or W permitted

Notes: 1 This course includes a lab dedicated to Pathway students. Students will also need to register for Chemistry lab (CH 116).

2Students must test into at least MA 105

*Depending on Math Placement test






MA 125 Calculus I* 4

Total 16




EGR 200 Introduction to Engineering 2

CH 1151 General Chemistry I 4

MA 126 Calculus II* 4

Total 17










EGR 2002 Introduction to Engineering 2

Total 16

https://www.uab.edu/engineering/home/departments-research

Computer Science



Program Information












Total 16




CAS 112 Success in College 1


CS 103 Introduction to Computation 4

Total 16











Total 15

cis.uab.edu/academics/undergraduates

International Year One | 19

General Studies



Program Information











MA 105 Pre-Calculus Algebra* 3

Total 15





CH 1051 or BY 1011


GEN XXX Area II or Area IV Course 3

Total 15











GEN XXX Area II or Area IV Course 3

Total 17

uab.edu/cas

Pre-Nursing

2-Semester PathwayFall: August 21, 2018Spring: January 2, 2019


Program Information



Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements • Minimum 3.0 cumulative UAB GPA • Minimum 3.2 GPA in pre-nursing courses • B or better in all courses • No grades I or W permitted

Notes: • Students are pre-nursing majors during the Pathway

program and after they progress. Once a student successfully completes the lower division pre-nursing course, they will apply for admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) to complete the degree.

• Students will be considered for placement in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program upon:

• Successfully completing required pre-requisites in their foundation and core courses

• Successfully submitting required essay in second year

• Students can complete the Bachelors of Science in Nursing in 4 years total including Pathway program if they attend year round, including summers.

• Students who do not maintain a 3.2 GPA in pre-nursing courses can apply for other health-related majors.








Total 15




NUR 100 Student Success in Nursing 2

BY 101 Contemporary Biology (w/lab) 4

PY 100 Introduction to Psychology 3

Total 16










NUR 100 Student Success in Nursing 2

Total 15

www.uab.edu/nursing/home



Public Health



Program Information












Total 15




CH 1051 or BY 1011


PUH 201 Origins of Epidemics 3

PUH 202 Introduction to Global Health 3

Total 17










PUH 201 Origins of Epidemics 3

Total 16

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Science


Degree Program Components120 credit hour program19-32 credit hours apply from Pathway2

88-101 credit hours remaining toward degree

Program Information





2 19 credit hours apply toward Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience and Physics, while 32 credit hours apply toward Biology and Chemistry.

3 11 credit hours apply toward Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience and Physics, while 15 credit hours apply toward Biology and Chemistry.








Total 16






MA 126 or BY 123

Calculus II* or Introduction to Biology 4

Total 16


Degree Program Components120 credit hour program11-15 credit hours apply from Pathway3

105-109 credit hours remaining toward degree









Total 15

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Graduate Pathway Programs | 21

Graduate Pathway ProgramsCollege of Arts and Sciences

Master of Science in Computer Science



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree in computer

science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics or related field

• 2.5 undergraduate GPA • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 65 or

• IELTS 5.5 or • PTEA 44 or • Completion of AE Level 4 or • Password overall Level 6

Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements • Minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate

level courses • B or better in all courses • No grades I or W permitted

Notes: Students may take other CIS graduate courses offered that semester in lieu of the courses listed, subject to the constraint that at least 21 credit hours must be taken at the 600 level. No more than 9 credit hours can be taken at the 500 level. In addition, CS510 cannot be taken for MS credit if CS610 has already been taken; similarly CS520 cannot be taken after CS620, and CS550 cannot be taken after CS650. These courses are generally delivered through the INTO UAB Center and are for Pathway students only.

ELI 401 Academic Reading/Writing I 3

ELI 402 Academic Speaking/Listening I 3

CS 510 Database Management Systems 3

CS 636 Computer Security 3

Total 12


ELI 4031 Academic Reading/Writing II 3

ELI 4041 Academic Speaking/Listening II 3

CS 620 Advanced Software Engineering 3

CS 680 Foundations of Data Analytics 3

Total 12



Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree in computer

science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics or related field




ELI 405 Academic English Skills 3

CS 510 Database Management Systems 3

CS 534 Networking 3

CS 534L Networking Lab 0


Total 12

www.cis.uab.edu/academics/graduates/master-program

Master of Science in Computer Forensics and Security Management for Undergraduate Computer Science Degree Holders



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree in

computer science • 2.5 undergraduate GPA • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 65 or



level courses • B or better in all courses




JS 502 Introduction to Computer Forensics 3

CS 623 Network Security 3

Total 12




JS 515 Investigating Online Crimes 3


Total 12



Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree in

computer science • 2.5 undergraduate GPA • Language requirement:






JS 515 Investigating Online Crimes 3

Total 12

www.uab.edu/cas/home/masters-programs/computer-forensics-and-information-management

The courses listed in the following tables are examples and are subject to change.


Master of Science in Computer Forensics and Security Management



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent • 2.5 undergraduate GPA • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 65 or




Notes: This program is designed for students without a degree in computer science; only a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent is required. The additional courses in this program are undergraduate prerequisites to prepare for the MSCFSM.





IS 204 Introduction to Business Programming 3

Total 13






Total 12









IS 204 Introduction to Business Programming 3

Total 13

www.uab.edu/cas/home/masters-programs/computer-forensics-and-information-management

Master of Public Administration



Program Information








MPA 600 Administrative Ethics 3

MPA 606 Foundations of PA Research 3

Total 12




MPA 602 Administrative Theory and Behavior 3

MPA 607 Quantitative Methods for PA 3

Total 12







MPA 600 Administrative Ethics 3

MPA 602 Administrative Theory and Behavior 3

MPA 606 Foundations of PA Research 3

Total 12

www.uab.edu/cas/government/graduate-program

College of Arts and Sciences


Collat School of Business

School of Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA)



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent • 2.5 undergraduate GPA • No work experience required • Language requirement:







MBA 601 Accounting and Finance for Managers 3

MBA 631 Management and Organizations 3

Total 12




MBA 642 Economics for Managers 3

MBA 662 Quantitative Analysis for Managers 3

Total 12



Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent • 2.5 undergraduate GPA

• No work experience required • Language requirement:




MBA 631 Management and Organizations 3

MBA 642 Economics for Managers 3


Total 12

www.uab.edu/business/home/degrees-certificates/mba

Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education



Program Information


• TOEFL iBT 65 (16+ subscores) or

• IELTS 5.5 (5.5+ subscores) or • PTEA 44 or • Completion of AE Level 4 or • Password overall Level 6


level courses • B or better in all courses • Statement of Goals • Résumé




ECY 600 Introduction to Special Education 3

EEC 600 Transition into Teaching 3

Total 12




ECE 630 Cognitive Curriculum 3

EEC 660 Readings in Teaching and Learning 3

Total 12




• TOEFL iBT 80 (20 subscores in 3 sections) or • IELTS 6.5 (6.0 subscores in 3 sections) or • PTEA 53




EEC 600 Transition into Teaching 3

GRD 701 Presentation and Discussion Skills 3

Total 12

www.uab.edu/education/home/teacher-education-program/early-childhood-and-elementary-education


Master of Arts in Special Education



Program Information





level courses • B or better in all courses • Statement of Goals • Résumé





ECT 536 Field Experiences Seminar 3

Total 12




ECT 523 or ECT 534

Instructional Methods or Autism Spectrum Disorders 3

ECT 524 or ECT 526

Sensory, Health and Physical Methods or Assistive and Instructional Technology 3

Total 12








ECT 536 Field Experiences Seminar 3


Total 12

www.uab.edu/education/home/teacher-education-program/special-education

Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)



Program Information





level courses • B or better in all courses • No grades I or W permitted • Statement of Goals • Résumé




EESL 607 Second Language Learning 3

EESL 615 or EESL 637

Grammar for ESL Teachers or Methods Teaching English as International Language

3

Total 12





Grammar for ESL Teachers or Methods Teaching English as Int’l Language 3


Teaching Adult Language Learners or Instruction/Assessment: Listening/Speaking 3

EESL 007 Community English Classes 0

Total 12







EESL 607 Second Language Learning 3


Grammar for ESL Teachers or Methods Teaching English as Int’l Language 3


Total 12

www.uab.edu/education/esl

School of Education



Master of Science in Civil Engineering



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate engineering degree

in civil, environmental, mechanical, structural, transportation or related field




level courses • 3.25 GPA in all engineering courses • B or better in all courses • No grades I or W permitted




EGR 602 Methods for Engineering Practice I 3

CE 600 or CE 607

Sustainable Construction or Engineering Entrepreneurship 3

Total 12




EGR 603 Methods for Engineering Practice II 3

CE 515 or CE 607

Building Information Modeling or Engineering Entrepreneurship 3

Total 12




in civil, environmental, mechanical, structural, transportation or related field





EGR 602 or EGR 603

Methods for Engineering Practice I or Methods for Engineering Practice II 3

EGR 600 or EGR 607

Sustainable Construction or Engineering Entrepreneurship 3

CE 515 Building Information Modeling 3

Total 12

http://www.uab.edu/engineering/home/graduate-resources

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering



Program Information


in computer, electrical, electronic or computer science or related field









EE 537 or EE 610 or EE 690

Microprocessor Applications or Technical Communication for Engineers or Special Topics Medical Imaging

3

Total 12





EE 537 or EE 610 or EE 690

Microprocessor Applications or Technical Communication for Engineers or Special Topics Medical Imaging

3

Total 12




in computer, electrical, electronic or computer science or related field





EGR 602 or EGR 603


EE 610 Technical Communication for Engineers 3

EE 537 Microprocessor Applications 3

Total 12

www.uab.edu/engineering/ece/graduate


Master of Science in Materials Engineering



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate engineering degree in

composites, manufacturing, materials, polymers or chemistry, composites, physics or related field









MSE 501 or MSE 502 or MSE 690

Materials Processing or Frontiers of Materials or Special Topics Grad Character I

3

Total 12






Materials Processing or Frontiers of Materials or Special Topics Grad Character I

3

Total 12




composites, manufacturing, materials, polymers or chemistry, composites, physics or related field





EGR 602 or EGR 603


MSE 501 or MSE 502

Materials Processing or Frontiers of Materials 3


Nanomaterials or Characterization of Materials or Special Topics Grad Character I

3

Total 12

uab.edu/engineering/home/departments-research/mse/grad


Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering



Program Information


mechanical, mechanics, structural or related field • 2.5 undergraduate GPA • Language requirement:








BME 517 or ME 590

Engineering Analysis or Building Energy Mod 7 Analysis 3

Total 12





ME 590 Building Energy Mod 7 Analysis 3

Total 12




mechanical, mechanics, structural or related field


• Language requirement:




EGR 602 or EGR 603


ME 517 Engineering Analysis 3

ME 521 or ME 590

Introduction to CFD Basics or Building Energy Mod 7 Analysis 3

Total 12

uab.edu/engineering/home/departments-research/me/graduate#prep


School of Health Professions

Master of Science in Biotechnology



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree in biochemistry,

biology, biotechnology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, physics, psychology, sociology








BT 500 Nucleic Acids Technology 3

BT 670 Bench to Commercialization I 3

Total 12




BT 550 Amino Acids Technology 3

BT 671 Bench to Commercialization II 3

Total 12



Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree in biochemistry,

biology, biotechnology, chemistry, engineering,

mathematics, physics, psychology, sociology






BT 600 Systems Biology 3

BT 672 Bench to Commercialization III 3

BT 698 Non Thesis Research 3

Total 12

uab.edu/shp/cds/biotechnology-m-s-c-l-s-or-certificate

School of Public Health

Master of Public Health



Program Information





Notes: All students in the MPH degree programs are required to meet the Biological Basis of Public Health Competency Requirement. There are several ways in which this requirement can be met:

1. A previously earned medical, dental, nursing or dietetics degree (registered or registration eligible dieticians only)

2. Extensive and substantial education, earning grades of B or better in biological/biomedical courses.

3. Take the Biological Basis of Public Health Exam, earning a grade of 70 or better.




HB 600 Social and Behavioral Science Core 3

EPI 600 Introduction to Epidemiology 3

Total 12




ENH 600 Fundamentals of Environmental Health Sciences 3

HCO 600 Introduction to Public Health and Population-Based Health Programs 3

Total 12



Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent







EPI 600 Introduction to Epidemiology 3

BST 601 Biostatistics 4

Total 13

soph.uab.edu


Coordinated Degrees

MBA/MPH Dual Degree



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent • 2.5 undergraduate GPA • No work experience required • Language requirement:




Notes: 1-Semester students will get to choose to take either 2 MBA courses and 1 MPH course, or 1 MBA course and 2 MPH courses.

All students in the MPH degree programs are required to meet the Biological Basis of Public Health Competency Requirement. There are several ways in which this requirement can be met:

1. A previously earned medical, dental, nursing or dietetics degree (registered or registration eligible dieticians only)

2. Extensive and substantial education, earning grades of B or better in biological/biomedical courses.

3. Take the Biological Basis of Public Health Exam, earning a grade of 70 or better.

This program is 60 hours and will take longer than the typical graduate degree program because of the additional hours needed for both degrees.






12




HCO 600 Fundamentals of Environmental Health Sciences 3


Total 12



Entry Requirements • Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent • 2.5 undergraduate GPA

• No work experience required • Language requirement:







Total 12

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English Language Program | 29

What You’ll Learn• Understand US values in an academic setting

• Present spoken and written ideas accurately and effectively in English

• Write research papers with proper use of citations and references

• Read, understand and critically evaluate academic texts

• Understand and use vocabulary common to academic disciplines

• Take useful and accurate notes in academic lectures and presentations

English Language PlacementAll students take a placement test during Orientation that will place them in the most suitable

AE level.

The Academic English program at INTO UAB prepares you for university study in the US. You’ll receive high-quality English language instruction and the academic skills to succeed at UAB.

Academic English

Key Program Facts• Fall, Spring and Summer start dates

• Program length is 15 weeks

(Summer is 14 weeks)

• High school diploma required

• No English language requirement;

students will be assessed and

placed upon arrival

• Minimum age 17

• 5 levels of instruction from high

beginner to advanced

• Each semester includes 20 credit-

based hours of instruction

Progression Requirements

International Year One 3-Semester Pathway• Completion of AE Level 3

International Year One 2-Semester Pathway• Completion of AE Level 4

Graduate 2-Semester Pathway• Completion of AE Level 4

Direct Graduate Admission• Completion of AE Level 5,

although individual program entry

requirements may vary

Find out more atwww.intostudy.com/uab/academic-english

Academic English Levels IELTS iBT PBT PTEA Password

Level 2 3.0-3.5 30-40 397-433 31-37 Level 3

Level 3 4.0-4.5 41-51 437-467 38-40 Level 4

Level 4 5.0-5.5 52-59 470-493 41-43 Level 5

Level 5 5.5-6.0 60-80 497-550 44-53 Level 6

Academic Advisingthroughout your program

Average class size

12-16 students


Country Scales - International Year One

GCE/A Levels/AS Levels 2 subjects with grades of D or better.

IGCSE/GCSE/O Levels 5 subjects with grades of D or better. Subjects must include Math, English, Science and 2 electives.

International Baccalaureate 24, or average grades of 4 or higher if by individual grades.

Argentina Bachiller with average 6.5 out of 10.

Azerbaijan Senior High School Graduation Diploma with average 3.5 out of 5 or 60%.

Bahrain Tawjihiya with average 50%.

Bangladesh Secondary School Leaving Certificate and Higher Secondary Certificate with average 45%.

Benin Baccalauréat de l’Enseignement Secondaire with average 10 out of 20.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Svedočanstvo/Svjedočanstvo/Diploma of Completion of Secondary Education with average 2.5 out of 5.

Brazil Certificado de Conclusao de Ensino Medio with average 6 out of 10 or 60%.

Bulgaria Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with average 3.5 out of 6.

Cameroon Baccalauréat de l’Enseignement Secondaire with average 10 out of 20.

Chile Licencia de Educación Media with average 4 out of 7.

China GaoSan (Year 12) Senior High School Graduation/Completion (Year 12) with average 70%.

China GaoEr (Year 11) Senior High School Graduation/Completion (with Huikao) with average 70%.

Colombia Bachillerato Academico with average 6.5 out of 10.

Cuba Bachiller/Bachillerato with average 70%.

Cyprus Apolyterion from a Lykion with average 13 out of 20 or Lise Diplomasi with average 5 out of 10 (depending on education system).

Democratic Republic of the Congo Diplôme ďEtat ďEtudes Secondaires du Cycle Long with average 10 out of 20.

Denmark Studentereksamen with average 4 out of 12.

Ecuador Bachiller with average 7 out of 10.

France Baccalaureate de l’Enseignement du Second with average 10 out of 20.

Gambia Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC) with 3 grades of C6 or better and 2 grades of D7 or better. Subjects must include English, Math, Social Studies and Science.

Germany Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife (Abitur) or Zeugnis der Fachhochschulreife with average 3.5 out of 6.

Hong Kong Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education with grade 2 or higher in 4 core subjects (Math, English, Science and Liberal Science).

India Secondary School Leaving Certificate and Higher Secondary Certificate or the standard 12 with average 40%, C2 or 6 out of 9 (CISCE).

Indonesia SMA or STTB with average 6 out of 10 or 2.0 on a 4.0 point scale (Grades 9 - 12).

Iran Peesh-daneshgahii Pre-University Certificate with average 12 out of 20.

Iraq Adadiyah (Sixth Form Baccalaureate/Preparatory Baccalaureate) with average 60%.

Italy Diploma di Maturiata/Diploma di Perito with average 6 out of 10.

Japan Koto Gakko Sotsugyo Shomei-sho with average 3 out of 5.

Jordan General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi) with average 60%.

Kazakhstan Attestat with average 3.5 out of 5 or 70%.

Kenya Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with average 6 out of 12.

Kuwait Shahadat-al-thanawia-al-a’ama with average 70%.

Kyrgyzstan Attestat with average 3.5 out of 5.

Lebanon Lebanese Baccalaureate with average 10 out of 20.

Libya Secondary Education Certificate with average 65%.

Macau Refer to relevant education system for conversions (Portuguese, Chinese, CIE, HKDSE).

Malaysia Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia - 5 subjects with 2 grades C or better and 3 grades D or better. Subjects must include Math, English and Science.

Mexico Certificado del Bachillerato with average 6.5 out of 10.

Mongolia Gerchilgee with average 75%.

Myanmar Standard X Education Diploma with average 3 out of 5 or 40%.

Nepal Secondary Leaving Certificate and Higher Secondary School Certificate with average 45%.

Netherlands Diploma Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO)/Diploma Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) with average 6 out of 10.

Nigeria Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC) with 3 grades of C6 or better and 2 grades of D7 or better. Subjects must include English, Math, Social Studies and Science.

Norway Vitnemal with average 3 out of 6 in core courses.

Oman General Secondary School Certificate with average 60%.

Pakistan Secondary School Certificate and Higher Secondary School Certificate or Intermediate Certificate with average 42%.

Philippines High School Diploma with average 75%.

Qatar Al-Thanawiya Aama Qatari- General Seconadry School Certificate with average 60%.

Romania Diploma de Baccalaureate with average 5 out of 10.

Russia Attestat with average 3.5 out of 5, Certificate of Complete General Secondary Education.

Saudi Arabia Shahadat Al-Marhalat Al-Thanawiyat with average 65%.

Singapore Singapore-Cambridge GCE O Level with 5 subjects and an aggregate score of 32.5 or less. Subjects must include English, Math and Science.

South Africa National Senior Certificate (NSC) with average 50%.

South Korea High School Certificate with average 65% or average ranking 6.5.

Spain Título de Bachiller with average 6 out of 10.

Sweden Completion of upper secondary school (gymnasieskolorna) with average 12.5 out of 20 on the Slutbetyg.

Taiwan Senior high school leaving certificate with average 60%.

Tanzania See GCE O Levels.

Thailand Certificate of Secondary Education with average 60%.

Turkey Lise Diplomasi/secondary Diploma with average 3.00 on a 5.00 point scale or 55%.

United Arab Emirates General Seconday Education with average 70%.

United Kingdom Refer to requirements for ICGSE and GCE.

United States Cumulative GPA of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale.

Ukraine Atestat pro Povnu Zagal’nu Seredniu Osvitu with average 6 out of 12.

Uzbekistan O’rta Ma’lumotTo’g’risida Shahodatnoma with average 3.5 out of 5.

Venezuela Titulo de Educacion Media General with average 10 out of 20.

Vietnam Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong with average 6 out of 10.

Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level with 5 subjects average 5 or better. Subjects must include Math, English, Science and 2 electives.


Country Scales - Undergraduate Direct Entry

GCE/A Levels/AS Levels 2 subjects with grades C or better.

IGCSE/GCSE/O Levels 3 subjects with grades C or better and 2 subjects with grades D or better. Subjects must include Math, English, Science and 2 electives.

International Baccalaureate Combined score 28, or average grades of 5 or higher if by individual grades.

Argentina Bachiller with average 6.75 out of 10.

Azerbaijan Senior High School Graduation Diploma with average 4.25 out of 5 or 67.5%.

Bahrain Tawjihiya with average 57.5%.

Bangladesh Secondary School Leaving Certificate and Higher Secondary Certificate with average 55%.

Benin Baccalauréat de l’Enseignement Secondaire with average 11.5 out of 20.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Svedočanstvo/Svjedočanstvo/Diploma of Completion of Secondary Education with average 3.5 out of 5.

Brazil Certificado de Conclusao de Ensino Medio with average 6.75 out of 10 or 67.5%.

Bulgaria Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with average 4.5 out of 6.

Cameroon Baccalauréat de l’Enseignement Secondaire with average 11.5 out of 20.

Chile Licencia de Educación Media with average 4.75 out of 7.

China GaoSan (Year 12) Senior High School Graduation/Completion (Year 12) with average 77.5%.

Colombia Bachillerato Academico with average 7.75 out of 10.

Cuba Bachiller/Bachillerato with average 77.5%.

Cyprus Apolyterion from a Lykion with average 15.25 out of 20/Lise Diplomasi with average 6.5 out of 10.

Democratic Republic of the Congo Diplôme ďEtat ďEtudes Secondaires du Cycle Long with average 11.5 out of 20.

Denmark Studentereksamen with average 6.25 out of 12.

Ecuador Bachiller with average 7.75 out of 10.

France Baccalaureate de l’Enseignement du Second with average 11.5 out of 20.

Gambia Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC) with minimum 5 subjects with average score 4. Subjects must include English, Math, Social Studies and Science.

Germany Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife (Abitur) or Zeugnis der Fachhochschulreife with average 2.5 out of 6.

Hong Kong Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education with grade 3.5 or higher in 4 core subjects (Math, English, Science and Liberal Science).

India Secondary School Leaving Certificate and Higher Secondary Certificate or the standard 12 with average 55% or grade C1 or better.

Indonesia SMA or STTB with average 6.75 out of 10 or 2.75 on a 4.0 point scale (Grades 9 - 12).

Iran Peesh-daneshgahii Pre-University Certificate with average 13.5 out of 20.

Iraq Adadiyah (Sixth Form Baccalaureate/Preparatory Baccalaureate) with average 67.5%.

Italy Diploma di Maturiata/Diploma di Perito with average 7.25 out of 10.

Japan Koto Gakko Sotsugyo Shomei-sho with average 3.75 out of 5.

Jordan General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi) with average 67.5%.

Kazakhstan Attestat with average 4.25 out of 5 or 80%.

Kenya Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with average 7.5 out of 12.

Kuwait Shahadat-al-thanawia-al-a’ama with average 77.5%.

Kyrgyzstan Attestat with average 4.25 out of 5.

Lebanon Lebanese Baccalaureate with average 11.5 out of 20.

Libya Secondary Education Certificate with average 72.5%.

Macau Refer to relevant education system for conversions (Portuguese, Chinese, CIE, HKDSE).

Malaysia Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia - 3 grades B or better and 2 grades C or better. Subjects must include Math, English and Science.

Mexico Certificado del Bachillerato with average 7.75 out of 10.

Mongolia Gerchilgee with average 80%.

Myanmar Standard X Education Diploma A with average 3.75 out of 5 or 47.5%.

Nepal Secondary Leaving Certificate and Higher Secondary School Certificate with average 70%.

Netherlands Diploma Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO)/Diploma Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) with average 6.75 out of 10.

Nigeria Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC) with minimum 5 subjects with average score 4. Subjects must include English, Math, Social Studies and Science.

Norway Vitnemal with average 4.5 out of 6 in core courses.

Oman General Secondary School Certificate with average 76.25%.

Pakistan Secondary School Certificate and Higher Secondary School Certificate or Intermediate Certificate with average 57.5%.

Philippines High School Diploma with average 82.5%.

Qatar Al-Thanawiya Aama Qatari- General Seconadry School Certificate with average 75%.

Romania Diploma de Baccalaureate with average 6.5 out of 10.

Russia Attestat with average 4.25 out of 5, Certificate of Complete General Secondary Education.

Saudi Arabia Shahadat Al-Marhalat Al-Thanawiyat with average 77.5%.

Singapore Singapore-Cambridge GCE O Level with 5 subjects and an aggregate score of 22.5 or less. Subjects must include English, Math and Science.

South Africa National Senior Certificate (NSC) with average 65%.

South Korea High School Certificate with average 77% or average ranking 5.

Spain Título de Bachiller with average 6.75 out of 10.

Sweden Completion of upper secondary school (gymnasieskolorna) with average 16.25 out of 20 on the Slutbetyg.

Taiwan Senior high school leaving certificate with average 67.5%.

Tanzania See GCE O Levels.

Thailand Certificate of Secondary Education with average 67.5%.

Turkey Lise Diplomasi/secondary Diploma with average 3.75 on a 5.0 point scale or 66.5%.

United Arab Emirates General Seconday Education with average 77.5%.

United Kingdom Refer to requirements for ICGSE and GCE.

United States Cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.

Ukraine Atestat pro Povnu Zagal’nu Seredniu Osvitu with average 6.75 out of 12.

Uzbekistan O’rta Ma’lumotTo’g’risida Shahodatnoma with average 4.25 out of 5.

Venezuela Titulo de Educacion Media General with average 12.25 out of 20.

Vietnam Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong with average 6.75 out of 10.

Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level with 5 subjects average 4.25 or better (Grade 1 is highest). Subjects must include Math, English, Science and 2 electives.


English Waiver Guidelines

Undergraduate Exemptions3-Semester Pathway

2-Semester Pathway

1-Semester Pathway

Undergraduate Direct

IELTS 5 5.5 6 6

TOEFL 50 60 77 77

Password 4.5 6 No No

PTEA 41 44 51 51

IB English HL: 4* English HL: 5 English HL: 5

IGCSE/GCSE English First Language with C or better. ESL C or higher. Not predicted scores. (3 years or newer)**

English First Language with C or better. ESL C or higher. Not predicted scores.

A Levels (A/AS) English First Language or Literature in English with C or better. Not predicted scores.**

English First Language with C or better. Not predicted scores.

US High School Completion of diploma and/or two or more years of secondary transcripts reflecting English medium and satisfactory grades in secondary English coursework.**

Completion of diploma and/or two or more years of secondary transcripts reflecting English medium and satisfactory grades in secondary English coursework.

International High School (English medium of instruction)

3 final years of high school in English, mainstream English classes, with grades of C or better in non-ESL classes.**

3 final years of high school in English, mainstream English classes, with grades of B or better in non-ESL classes.

SAT Minimum Reading Test score of 24 on the Redesigned SAT

Minimum Reading Test score of 26 on the Redesigned SAT

1020 overall Redesigned SAT for admission 26 for English Placement

ACT 17 Reading and 16 English/Writing* 20 Reading and 20 English/Writing

20 Reading and 20 English/Writing

HKDSE English Level 3 or better** English Level 3 or better

Malaysia SPM English 119 with C or better** English 119 with C or better

WAEC Grade C6 in English Language** No

AP No No No No

Cambridge English: First 154 162 No No

Cambridge English: Proficiency 154 162 169 No

Cambridge English: Advanced 154 162 169 No

African (Anglophone): Botswana, Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Yes** No

Commonwealth Caribbean (Anglophone): Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago

Yes** Yes

Australia Yes** Yes

Canada, except Quebec (French) Yes** Yes

Irish Republic Yes** Yes

New Zealand Yes** Yes

United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales)

Yes** Yes

*Qualifies for International Year One 2-Semester Pathway

**Qualifies for International Year One 1-Semester Pathway

Graduate Exemptions Graduate Pathway Graduate Direct

GRE score equivalent of or higher than 148 (2-, 3-Semester Pathways)153 (1-Semester Pathway)

No

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from a regionally accredited US Institution Yes* Yes

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from an institution whose language of instruction is English (must be noted on transcript)

Qualifies for the 2-Semester Pathway No

*Qualifies for 1-Semester Graduate Pathway

This chart is for English waiver purposes only. Students will be placed in the appropriate Pathway as determined by the UAB Admissions Team.


Dates, Tuition and Fees

Rates are an estimate and subject to change. All prices in US dollars.

By Academic Year There are two main semesters per academic year (Fall, Spring) that are 15 weeks for AE students and 16 weeks for Pathway students,

including Orientation. A shorter Summer semester is 14 weeks for AE students and 15 weeks for Pathway students, including Orientation.

Start Dates for The University of Alabama at BirminghamSemester Start Date Recommended Undergraduate Application Date Recommended Graduate Application Date* Application Fee*

Fall 2018 August 27, 2018 July 31, 2018 June 1, 2018 $30-85

Spring 2019 January 7, 2019 December 11, 2018 November 1, 2018 $30-85

Summer 2019 May 6, 2019 April 9, 2019 March 15, 2019 $30-85

*Graduate application dates and fees vary by program.

Tuition for English Language ProgramProgram 1 Semester 2 Semesters 3 Semesters

Academic English $7,060 $14,120 $21,180

Tuition for Academic Programs

Program1-Semester Pathway

2-Semester Pathway

3-Semester Pathway

International Year One $14,030 $24,400 $32,280

Graduate Pathway Program $15,240 $26,500 N/A

Miscellaneous Fees and Expenses One Time

Fall 2018

Spring 2019

Summer 2019

International Express Mail $100

INTO Insurance (Estimated) $1,136 $1,136 $1,136

Books (Estimated) $400-600 $400-600 $400-600

DepositsProgram Tuition Housing

Academic English $2,000 $2,000

Pathway Program $2,000 $2,000

Academic English + Pathway Program $2,000 $2,000

Housing and Dining Services for Academic ProgramsHousing and dining rates are subject to change.

Housing Type Fall 2018 Spring 2019 Summer 2019

Undergraduate Double Room/ Shared Bathroom Suite* $7,349 $7,349 $7,349

Graduate Double Room/ Shared Bathroom Apartment** $4,502 $4,502 $4,502

*Undergraduate students receive Blazer 1 meal plan.**Graduate students receive Green 6 meal plan.

Estimated Costs of Attendance for 2018-19Cost Description Tuition and Fees Living Expenses Books and Supplies Insurance Other Total Expenses

Undergraduate Direct Admission (30 credits, 15 credits per semester) $24,225 $12,006 $1,200 $1,820 $1,000 $40,251

International Year One (3 Semesters) $32,280 $22,047 $1,200 $3,276 $1,000 $59,803

International Year One (2 Semesters) $24,400 $14,698 $1,200 $2,184 $1,000 $43,482

International Year One (1 Semester) $14,030 $7,349 $600 $1,092 $500 $23,571

Graduate Direct Admission (18 credits, 9 credits per semester) $18,344 $6,417 $1,400 $1,820 $1,000 $28,981

Graduate Pathway (2 Semesters) $26,500 $9,004 $1,400 $2,184 $1,000 $40,088

Graduate Pathway (1 Semester) $15,240 $4,502 $700 $1,092 $500 $22,034

Academic English (1 Semester) $7,060 $7,349 $600 $1,092 $500 $16,601

Start Dates for Academic Programs1-Semester Pathway programs in green, 2-Semester Pathway programs in black and 3-Semester Pathway programs in purple. All Pathway programs can be started in the semester indicated below.

1-Semester Pathway program 2-Semester Pathway program 3-Semester Pathway program

Program

Fall 2018Aug 21, 2018 - Dec 14, 2018

Spring 2019Jan 2, 2019 - Apr 26, 2019

Summer 2019May 1, 2019 - Aug 9, 2019


Business, Computer Science, Engineering, General Studies, Public Health, Science

Pre-Nursing

Graduate Pathway Programs

College of Arts and Sciences: Computer Science, Computer Forensics and Security Management, Public Administration

Collat School of Business: Business Administration (MBA)

School of Engineering: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

School of Health Professions: Biotechnology

Coordinated Degrees: MBA/MPH Dual Degree

School of Education: Early Childhood Education, Special Education, TESOL

School of Public Health: Public Health

Start Dates for Academic English

Program

Fall 2018Aug 21, 2018 - Dec 14, 2018

Spring 2019Jan 2, 2019 - Apr 26, 2019

Summer 2019May 1, 2019 - Aug 9, 2019

Academic English P P P

P Variable program length

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