Academics
Vuclan Material Academic Success Center (VMASC)
The VMASC offers academic services including tutoring, supplemental instruction, academic advising, academic success planning, success coaching, workshops and study hours.
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University Writing Center (UWC)
The UAB Writing Center assists students with all types of academic writing, at any stage in the writing process. The UWC offers both in-person and virtual appointments!
Heritage Hall Math Learning Lab
Located in Heritage Hall Room 202, the Math Learning Lab offers math tutoring to all UAB students Mon-Fri with no appointment needed!
Registration, Hold Removal, & Add/Drop
The Office of First Year Experience is available to help students navigate the registration process and remove barriers that prevent registration.
How To Find Your HoldsInstructions for Removing Holds (PDF)Find Your Registration Time (Time Ticket)How to Register for ClassesHow to Drop Classes
Financial Aid
Master Promissory Note & Entrance Loan Counseling
You must sign a Master Promissory Note and complete Entrance Counseling before you can receive loan funds from Federal Student Aid including Parent loans and PLUS loans.
BSMART
Interested in applying for scholarships to cover your student expenses? Log into UAB’s BSMART portal to view your options!
Support Programs & Student Leadership
UAB First Generation Student Success
First Generation Student Success creates environments and supports for first-generation college student success at UAB. First-generation initiatives include support, programs, and resources at UAB designed to foster a sense of belonging and remove barriers for students.
Student Multicultural & Diversity Programs (SMDP)
SMDP offers programs that appreciate and support our diverse campus community. These efforts seek to provide education and multicultural awareness to the UAB student body. SDMP student organizations include the Black Student Awareness Committee, Social Justice Advocacy Council and Queer Peers.
Interested in exploring SMDP? Visit the Office of SMDP located on the 3rd floor of the Hill Student Center.
International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS)
ISSS provides immigration advising and programming to UAB’s international community and advocates for the unique needs of international students.
Interested in learning more about ISSS? Visit the the International Student Center on the 2nd floor of Mervyn H. Sterne Library.
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TRIO
TRIO programs support students who are low-income, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to facilitate their successful degree completion at UAB.
Interested in getting involved with TRIO programs? Visit the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center located in the Hill Student Center room 315.
FYE Student Council
The First Year Experience Student Council (FYESC) consists of current freshmen, sophomore, junior, and senior students who facilitate and host events geared toward igniting the Blazer Spirit within new UAB students. Joining the FYESC provides students with an opportunity for peer mentorship, event planning experience, and leadership development.
Office of Student Involvement & Leadership (SIL)
The Office of SIL advises student leaders and student organizations, creates innovative leadership opportunities, and promotes involvement in the UAB campus community. SIL offers involvement opportunities specifically for first-year students including Freshman Forum, the Freshman Leadership Experience, and First Impact programs.