Tuition and scholarships
The University of Alabama at Birmingham's cost of attendance
Estimated tuition fees for 2026-2027
Tuition fees for 2026-2027 are estimated from 2025-2026 prices and are subject to change. 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.
Estimated tuition for undergraduate programs:
Program | 1 semester | 2 semesters | 3 semesters |
|---|---|---|---|
International Year One | $20,270 | $35,250 | $45,470 |
Undergraduate Transfer Program | N/A | $35,250 | $45,470 |
International Direct | $20,270 | N/A | N/A |
International Direct Transfer | $20,270 | N/A | N/A |
Undergraduate Direct Entry | $16,420 | $32,840 | N/A |
Estimated tuition for graduate programs:
Program | 1 semester | 2 semesters | 3 semesters |
|---|---|---|---|
Integrated Master's | $19,440 | N/A | N/A |
Graduate Pathway | $19,440 | $33,790 | $46,680 |
Graduate Direct Entry | $13,140 | $26,280 | N/A |
Estimated tuition for English Language programs:
Program | 1 semester | 2 semesters | 3 semesters |
|---|---|---|---|
Academic English | $9,280 | $18,560 | $27,840 |
For more details on tuition and scholarships, view our guide.
2026-2027 Scholarships
Scholarships shown are for the 2026-2027 academic year. Scholarships are subject to change and availability.
Undergraduate scholarships:
Scholarship type | Maximum value across the degree | Notes | Tuition payable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
International Direct, International Year One, International Direct Transfer, Undergraduate Transfer Program | Regional scholarship | $10,000* | $1,500-$10,000 | $25,250ˆ |
Continued success awards for students starting in International Year One or Undergraduate Transfer Program | Progression scholarship | $9,000 | $3,000 per year | $29,840ˆ†‡ |
Direct Entry | International scholarship | $30,000 | $7,500 per year | $25,340ˆ |
Direct Entry | IB scholarship | $10,000 | $2,500 per year | This award can be combined with merit and other scholarships |
Graduate scholarships:
Scholarship type | Maximum value | Notes | Tuition payable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Graduate Pathway, Integrated Master's | Regional scholarship | $10,000 | $1,500-$10,000 per year (one time in the first year or semester) | $23,790^ |
ˆThese are estimated tuition payments, assuming a student receives the maximum scholarship value listed for this program.
†These are estimated tuition payments when a student starts the degree program after progression from a Pathway.
‡Tuition will vary for future years.
*One-time awards for year one of the program, see continued success scholarships for details of awards for full duration of studies.
How much money is on offer?
The amount of money available through scholarships can vary. Remember that a scholarship will only cover some of your tuition fees. You will still have to fund your remaining tuition fees and your accommodation, insurance, visa and other living costs in full. For more information, please see our tuition and scholarships section.