The real cost of study abroad is the difference between living abroad and the normal cost of studying at UAB and living in Birmingham. These costs include tuition, housing/rent, school materials, transportation, and travel logistics. According to UAB Financial Aid, the cost of attendance for a semester is approximately $13,300 for an undergraduate resident and $19,200 for an undergraduate non-resident. In order for us to classify a study abroad program as low cost, it must cost the same or less than the highest rate of tuition plus an anticipated $1,500 flight.

We offer 87 programs with a real cost that is less than the price of a plane ticket. Choose from programs in 40+ countries to study abroad where the costs are similar to living in Birmingham.

Yes, financial aid may apply to your time abroad. In fact, we offer more than $60,000 in scholarship. We offer more than $50,000 in scholarship funds to help you study abroad. Most scholarships range from $1,000 - $3,000 and help cover the cost of plane tickets, living expenses and fees. On many programs, you can also apply your financial aid to help reduce the financial burden.