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Curious? Want to know more about the UAB undergraduate Disability Studies and Rehabilitation Science program? You might find the answers you're looking for in our "Frequently Asked Questions" listed below. If you do have a question not listed here, please click here and email it to our RHB advisor.

Advising

  • How do I make an appointment?

    To make an appointment with an academic advisor, you will need to email our academic advisor, Chris Smith at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by telephone at 205-934-5974.

  • Where do I go for my appointment?

    The SHP Office of Student Services and Advising offices are located on the 2nd floor of the School of Health Professions Building (SHPB) located at 1716 9th Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama 35233. Please email our academic advisor, Chris Smith at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or contact him by telephone at 205-934-5974 to set up a time to Zoom, call or meet face-to-face.

  • What is programmatic academic probation?

    A RHB student will be put on programmatic academic probation if their cumulative UAB GPA falls below 2.75 or their institutional UAB GPA falls below 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Students will have one semester to address any deficiencies in order to remain in the program. If a student does not regain good standing after that probationary semester, they will be removed from the Disability Studies and Rehabilitation Science program. In rare occasions, additional time may be granted to students upon appeal if the student can document significant progress and provide a compelling case.

Navigating Classes

  • How do I find my registration time?

    Currently enrolled students can view their assigned registration time in BlazerNET. Enrolled students will be given an electronic Registration Time Ticket that is shown on their Registration Status on the Student Resources tab of BlazerNET. If you cannot register at your scheduled time, you may register at any later time that registration is available. Note that a Late Registration Fee is charged if registering after open registration has ended. One Stop Student Services also provides information on registration and can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 205-934-4300.

  • How do I register for classes?

    Currently enrolled students may register for classes online in BlazerNET. Access to BlazerNET requires a BlazerID and password. Special circumstances may require in-person registration. Registration forms are available from Registration/Academic Records or One Stop Student Services.

  • What can I do if a course is closed?

    You may seek the permission of the course instructor. Please contact the instructor for an online override.

  • Where can I find the UAB Catalog?

    You can find the UAB catalog online by clicking here.

  • Where do I find what courses count in the UAB core curriculum?

    You can find out what courses count for the core curriculum requirements by clicking here.

  • How do I drop a class?

    You will need to access BlazerNET to drop a class. We highly recommend communicating with your academic advisor before dropping a course.

  • How do I dispute a grade?

    If a student believes that a grade was awarded inappropriately, the student may first request that the course instructor reconsider and, if necessary, request a review of the grade by the Program Director. A more detailed Grievance Procedure within the School of Health Professions can be found by clicking here (PDF).

  • Can I replace grades for classes I repeated and are there any limitations to the number of times I can do this?

    A student may not repeat a course at UAB more than once (a total of two attempts). Withdrawing, where a grade of "W" is received, counts as an attempt. Under exceptional circumstances and upon approval of the School of Health Professions, a student will be allowed to repeat a course for a second time (third attempt). A student may not repeat a course a third time. Seminars, co-op, research credits, and other cases where multiple registrations are allowed are not covered by this policy. Dropping a course during the drop/add period (see academic calendar for dates) does not constitute an attempt. Visit www.uab.edu/courserepeats for more details.

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