You've got plans. We've got ways you can get there. We get it. College is about preparing for the real world—for the career of your dreams. Some of that preparation is going to happen in the classroom. Some of it is going to be real-world experience. If you want an internship, we want to help you make it happen. Don't forget that we're right in the heart of Birmingham, so from law firms to successful start-ups to some of the nation's top health-care facilities, there's opportunity right outside your door. If you're thinking of following up your bachelor's with an advanced degree, we're here to help prepare you. And when you're ready to start your career, well—Thrillist named Birmingham one of the best cities for job seekers in the U.S. Just saying.
Step 1. Start with an internship
Did you know you can land an internship as early as your first year? We love seeing our students paired with businesses that will help them learn firsthand about their fields. What's the best way to find an internship? Talk to your school's career advisor, meet with a professor, and then check out the UAB Career Center and learn more about Handshake. That's the app we use for UAB students to search for jobs and internships posted by local businesses. It's pretty great—and it means our students get some valuable experience.
So where do our students intern? Here are a few spots:
- UAB
- Alabama Department of Public Health
- Alabama Power
- Altec
- American Heart Association
- BBVA
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
- Johns Hopkins University
- Lakeshore Foundation
- Protective Life
- Random Logic Games
- Regions Bank
- Southern Research
- United Way
Step 2. Get into graduate school
(Psst. If you're ready to hit the job market, advance to Step 3.)
Still have more studying to do before you launch a career? We see you. Our undergraduates go on to study at some top-ranked programs, many of them right here at UAB. Research, the arts, professional programs, you name it. If you want to take your education to the next level (literally), we want to help you get there. Take a look at where our recent grads have headed. We're awfully proud.
- UAB Heersink School of Medicine
- Belmont University
- Cornell University
- Emory University
- Harvard University
- Johns Hopkins University
- Kansas State University
- Pratt Institute
- Stanford University
- Texas A&M University
- University of California at Berkeley
- University of Miami
- University of Oxford
- Vanderbilt University
- Washington University in St. Louis
Step 3. Begin your career
We get super excited to see where our students end up. From signing on with local start-ups to performing on the big stage in New York City, to diving into life-changing research—our graduates accomplish truly amazing things. We can't wait to see what you do.
Here are a few places our graduates work:
- UAB Medicine
- Bank of America
- BL Harbert International
- Brasfield & Gorrie
- BioHorizons
- Children's of Alabama
- General Electric
- Honda Manufacturing of Alabama
- IBM
- NASA
- Mercedes-Benz U.S. International
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Southern Company
- U.S. Pipe
- Walt Disney Studios
Your education is worth the investment. Let's figure out the dollars and cents together. Finding the right college—well, that's exciting. But the truth is, we're pretty excited about finding you. So when it comes to paying for college, we're committed to helping you figure out how to make it happen. After all, once you earn your college degree—it's yours. Forever. So, we like to think of this as the investment of a lifetime.
Scholarships
We have all sorts of ways to help you pay for your education. Start by taking a look at our scholarship opportunities. And trust us when we say that we've got plenty of them. From merit-based to discipline-specific, from regional to national awards, find the right opportunity (or opportunities) for you.
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Financial Aid
We recommend that, beginning in October, you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The truth is, you'll never know what you'll qualify for until you apply. In fact, more than 16,500 UAB students receive financial aid every year. Last year, the university doled out about $660 million.
Bottom line—we want to do whatever it takes to help you figure out how to pay for college. We know those dollars and cents add up. That's why we strive to keep costs affordable by not increasing tuition whenever possible.
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Why UAB?
We're so glad you asked.
There are endless reasons why you should choose UAB, but here are some of our favorites. Naturally, our exceptional academic programs are at the top of the list. Along those lines, we’re located right next to a bustling business district with tons of job opportunities. We have fun and unique traditions, Division I sports teams, and a growing urban campus—all at an affordable price. Talk about getting your money’s worth.
Academics
Not to brag, but we’re good at this. Really good. In fact, we keep getting ranked on list after list for our academics. That’s nice and everything, but our real prize comes from seeing our graduates go on to do amazing things using the very skills they learned here. We’re proud of them. So can you blame us if we brag from time to time?
Birmingham
Our city is amazing. In fact, we call it the Magic City. We have renowned restaurants and entertainment. World-class museums and theatres. Murals all over town. More parks than you can imagine. And a 56-foot tall statue of the Roman god of fire standing guard over it all. Like we said, amazing.
Research
We’ve put a high priority on investigating and discovering. We rake in hundreds of millions of dollars in research funding every year from all sorts of donors. And if you’re a freshman, we’ll be eager to get you into the game right off the bat. Because, like we said, it’s a priority here.
Innovation + Entrepreneurship
Business is a big deal for us. In particular, entrepreneurship. In fact, through our Bill L. Harbert Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and our UAB Blazer Innovation Challenge, we’ve helped launch many student-led start-ups. Maybe yours will be next.
Access to Success
We are committed to providing resources and support to help each student succeed within our incredibly diverse campus community. We focus on students’ unique needs to identify and remove barriers to success as we seek to enhance access and engagement opportunities for all students.
Career Outcomes + Internships
One of our greatest advantages here at UAB is our proximity to so many businesses. Big corporations. Small operations. Innovative start-ups. We’ve got a little bit of everything here in Birmingham. And that means lots of opportunity for you.
Affordability
At UAB, we strive to offer a great education for an affordable price. We have many ways to help you pay for school. From grants to scholarships to financial aid and more, we can help you find ways to pay for your education.
Looks like Birmingham’s the new “it” city. Do you ever do something so amazing that you surprise even yourself? In Birmingham, we knew we were becoming the next big thing, but when Condé Nast Traveler named us one of 22 places to visit in 2022, well, we were kind of speechless. After all, this was Condé Nast. Why Birmingham? In short, food, art, history, greenspace, entertainment, and sports. We have offerings in each of those categories that you won’t find anywhere else.
We’re Turning Heads
Travel Channel, 2020
–Travel + Leisure
Dining
The food here will exceed your expectations. Seriously. Ask the James Beard Awards people. They practically live in Birmingham. Look up Frank Stitt. Or Chris Hastings. Or Jorge Castro. Or Denise Peterson. To us, chefs are celebrities. Visit one of their restaurants and you’ll see why. Best of all, if you’ve got five-star tastes but a one-star budget, you’re sure to find a local eatery that’s perfect for you. From barbecue and soul food to food trucks and the Pizitz Food Hall, the list goes on and on.
Civil Rights
African-Americans fought for change and equality right here in Birmingham, and we couldn’t be prouder of their integral role in U.S. history. Learn about it at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, adjacent to the 16th Street Baptist Church. Both sit across from Kelly Ingram Park, which is filled with statues in honor of the struggle. Don’t forget to check out the Negro Southern League Museum next door to Regions Field.
Parks
Our greenspace per capita numbers were already high, but now they’re about to skyrocket. The biggest state park in our area, Oak Mountain, just completed a massive acquisition that will make it double the size of New York’s Central Park. Double. Closer to campus we have the acclaimed Railroad Park where you can jog, picnic or anything else against the backdrop of the Birmingham skyline. A couple of blocks away you can connect with our beautiful Rotary Trail that winds through downtown. Don’t forget about Ruffner Mountain, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, or one of the city’s best overlooks—Vulcan Park and Museum.
Arts
Whether it’s an on-stage performance, a swanky gallery, or a vibrant mural, it’s hard to beat the creativity in the Magic City. From our mainstay Birmingham Museum of Art to the Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center (which sits right on campus), we have quite a collection of talent to admire. Catch a performance by the Alabama Ballet, Red Mountain Theatre Company, or Birmingham Festival Theatre. Check out the Sidewalk Film Festival, Secret Stages, ArtWalk, and, of course, the inspiring architecture at The Heaviest Corner on Earth. Or simply keep an eye out for breathtaking street art that just might bring out the artist in you. And don’t forget to visit the Alabama Theatre and Lyric Theatre.
Music
Some pretty famous musicians are from right here in Alabama. Like, way more than our fair share. And many of them cut their teeth at some of our favorite venues across the city. Whether you want to see someone before they hit it big or catch one of today’s headliners, we have plenty to offer in Birmingham. Check out hot spots like The Nick, Iron City, Saturn, Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, BJCC, and more. And when you’re not rocking, remember to catch a performance by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, Opera Birmingham, or Birmingham Broadway Series.
Sports
We love our sports in Birmingham. From major league to minor league, we’re teeming with options for you to check out. Catch a Barons game at Regions Field. See some of the biggest names in Indy at Barber or NASCAR at nearby Talladega. The Birmingham Legion soccer team plays in the USL. We also have Birmingham Bulls hockey, the Regions Tradition Golf Tournament, and the Birmingham Squadron, an NBA G League at Legacy Arena. Of course, we love all our Blazer sports. The football team recently moved into the brand new Protective Stadium downtown, and our men’s basketball team is now under the direction of Blazer legend Andy Kennedy. The Blazers will build on their momentum going forward as members of the American Athletic Conference.
The World Games
Speaking of sports, we’re all super excited here about The 2022 World Games this year in Birmingham. They’re kind of like the Olympics—they’re actually recognized by the International Olympic Committee—but most of the sports aren’t in the Olympics. You’ll see events such as sport climbing, softball, sumo wrestling, tug of war, and parkour.
Find out more about
The World Games 2022 here.
Sky’s the Limit
We’re proud of our skyline here in Birmingham. From UAB’s vantage point, it’s absolutely radiant. But it’s so much more than a beautiful sight. It’s opportunity knocking. You see, our city’s filled with businesses big and small. Some are well-established corporations. Others are innovative start-ups. And that doesn’t count our many government, nonprofit and other entities. Together, they offer so many chances for you to get an internship, mentorship, and career. It’s amazing.
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