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Quick Facts on Applying
All information below applies to first-time, main-campus freshmen applying for the summer or fall 2025 terms. All students can review complete information on admission and scholarship deadlines and policies at UA’s Admissions website and UA’s Scholarships website.
- Application Opportunities: Apply through the UA Undergraduate App or the Common App. Your application for automatic merit scholarships and many competitive scholarships are included in this application.
- Testing Optional: Standardized ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission consideration.
- Essay Submissions and Letters of Recommendation: These are not required.
- Priority Admissions Deadline: January 10 is the priority deadline for admissions. (Students who submit an application and all supporting documents after January 10, will receive consideration for admission on a space available basis.)
- Competitive Scholarships Deadline: January 10 is the final deadline for competitive scholarships (including additional scholarships applied for through the Alabama Scholarship Award Manager).
- Automatic Merit Scholarships Deadlines: January 10 is the priority deadline for automatic merit scholarships, and May 1 is the final deadline for automatic merit scholarship consideration for admitted students.
- Steps to Enrollment: Once you’re admitted, you must pay a Freshman Enrollment Deposit, apply for housing and register for Bama Bound Orientation.
Do you have questions about the process? Your UA recruiter is ready to help.
Quick Facts on Applying
All information below applies to first-time, main-campus freshmen applying for the summer or fall 2025 terms. All students can review complete information on admission and scholarship deadlines and policies at UA’s Admissions website and UA’s Scholarships website.
- Application Opportunities: Apply through the UA Undergraduate App or the Common App. Your application for automatic merit scholarships and many competitive scholarships are included in this application.
- Testing Optional: Standardized ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission consideration.
- Essay Submissions and Letters of Recommendation: These are not required.
- Priority Admissions Deadline: January 10 is the priority deadline for admissions. (Students who submit an application and all supporting documents after January 10, will receive consideration for admission on a space available basis.)
- Competitive Scholarships Deadline: January 10 is the final deadline for competitive scholarships (including additional scholarships applied for through the Alabama Scholarship Award Manager).
- Automatic Merit Scholarships Deadlines: January 10 is the priority deadline for automatic merit scholarships, and May 1 is the final deadline for automatic merit scholarship consideration for admitted students.
- Steps to Enrollment: Once you’re admitted, you must pay a Freshman Enrollment Deposit, apply for housing and register for Bama Bound Orientation.
Do you have questions about the process? Your UA recruiter is ready to help.
Scholarships
UA awards scholarships in two broad categories: automatic merit and competitive. Automatic merit scholarships are awarded upon admission to students who meet the stated scholarship requirements and deadlines. Competitive scholarships are included in the application for admission, and additional competitive scholarships may be applied for through the Alabama Scholarship Award Manager (ASAM). Learn more about scholarship opportunities at UA.
You may be eligible for Alabama Advantage – a need-based scholarship designed to remove financial barriers that prevent Alabama residents from carving their own path at UA.
To recognize outstanding achievements of Alabama high school students, UA is offering the Alabama Prestige Scholarship to at least one student from every high school in the state. If you are selected, this scholarship will cover tuition for four years, as well as housing for the first year.
Scholarships at UA
UA awards scholarships in two broad categories: automatic merit and competitive. Automatic merit scholarships are awarded upon admission to students who meet the stated scholarship requirements and deadlines. Competitive scholarships are included in the application for admission, and additional competitive scholarships may be applied for through the Alabama Scholarship Award Manager (ASAM). Learn more about scholarship opportunities at UA.
You may be eligible for Alabama Advantage – a need-based scholarship designed to remove financial barriers that prevent Alabama residents from carving their own path at UA.
To recognize outstanding achievements of Alabama high school students, UA is offering the Alabama Prestige Scholarship to at least one student from every high school in the state. If you are selected, this scholarship will cover tuition for four years, as well as housing for the first year.
Financial Aid
You are strongly encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) when it opens for your intended entry term. All federal aid programs require students to complete the FAFSA, and you may qualify for federal grants, work-study jobs or loans. Apply early for the best opportunities.
Cost of Attendance
Knowing the cost of attendance helps you plan for your future. Review the in-state cost of attendance for UA including tuition, books and living expenses.
Majors and Programs
Choose from over 100 majors and programs! Many are ranked among the best in the country, offering opportunities far exceeding other colleges and universities. You may also change your major at any time after admission.
Emerging Scholars
The Emerging Scholars Program offers students a premier opportunity for undergraduate research, mentored by faculty, to deepen understanding in their chosen field of study.
New College
You can forge your passions into a career path through New College by crafting your own unique major. New College students embrace opportunities for interdisciplinary learning.
Accelerated Degree Options
Take classes for undergraduate and graduate degrees at the same time. UA has three programs dedicated to expediting your master's degree.
Honors College
Many top students find a home in UA’s Honors College. Explore the selective programs offered by the Honors College where you can diversify your view of the world, hone high-demand job skills and rise as a leader.
Honors College Programs
Find Your Community
Meet peers from all over the country who share your passions and challenge your perspectives at UA.
Student Organizations
There are nearly 700 student organizations at The University of Alabama. You can explore a full list at any time on UA's Division of Student Life website.
Weeks of Welcome
UA hosts Weeks of Welcome to help you find community quickly after arriving on campus. Over the first two weeks of classes there are numerous events including Get On Board Day (your time to sign up for one of those nearly 700 clubs), events, concerts, service activities and more!
Living-Learning Communities
These on-campus communities allow students to bond over academic goals or shared interests.
Visit Campus
Discover The University of Alabama through a fresh lens. Visit campus and meet current students and faculty who can share firsthand their experiences at UA. Tour state-of-the-art facilities and learn why students from Alabama join top students from all over the country at The University of Alabama.
Unique Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Our world-class faculty, professional staff and students are leading the way as we develop new technologies, advance scientific discovery and harness the power of creative thought to fuel the economy of the future.
Research Ambassadors
The Research Ambassadors represent a variety of research disciplines and academic backgrounds, ranging from STEM to social sciences to humanities and fine arts, and they help to connect undergraduate students to research opportunities both on and off campus.
Randall Research Scholars Program
This nationally recognized program is the nation’s first interdisciplinary undergraduate research program. Students work with faculty on research projects using advanced computing technology to complete scholarly research projects in any field of study.
