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University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL

About This Campus

Tuscaloosa, with 90,468 residents, lies in the very heartland of the South. It rests on the banks of the Black Warrior River, with Birmingham 55 miles northeast, Atlanta 204 miles to the east, and New Orleans 293 miles to the southwest. Many recreational activities are available in the Tuscaloosa area, offering students a first-hand look at the South today and insights into the South of yesteryear. The State's first institution of higher learning, the University of Alabama opened its doors to students in 1831. The campus is one of the most beautiful in the South, centered upon a vast quadrangle with giant oaks and elms and with a mix of buildings reflecting the 150-year history of the institution. A major comprehensive, residential institution, the University has developed into a major teaching, research, and service facility, containing 17 schools and colleges.

Location Information

The University of Alabama is located in the heart of beautiful Tuscaloosa, AL. Our spacious and charming campus is located on the bank of the Black Warrior River, near bustling downtown Tuscaloosa.

Chance of Placement

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Host Payment (A)
Very Good
Home Payment (B)
Limited
Learn more about Chance of Placement
and choosing back-up options.

Campus Links

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Campus Homepage
Outgoing Student Info
Incoming Student Info

Fast Facts

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Location | Tuscaloosa
Population | 95,334
Enrollment | 43,703
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Both (A/B)
Term Dates
Fall | 08/22-12/14
Spring | 01/09-05/03

Campus Diversity

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White | 77%
Black | 12%
Hispanic/Latino | 4%
Asian | 1%
Native/1st Nation | 1%
Hawaiian/P.I. | 1%
Two or more | 3%
Other | 1%
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Academics

-- Campus Catalog --

Registration Priority
  • According to class standing
Closed Programs
Nursing, Athletic Training, Education, Social Work, Dance, and Management Information Systems.

Limitations
NSE students entering the College of Commerce and Business Administration should prepare a course alternative list. Music majors are required to audition.

Notable Academic Programs

  • Theater Arts/Drama
  • Communications
  • Public Relations - The University of Alabama's PR program was named a top 5 finalist for PR Week Magazine's Outstanding Education Program Award. Students are taught by industry experienced and award winning faculty.

Unique Academic Programs

  • Broadcasting

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Anthropology: Anthropology

Area Studies: Afro-American Studies, American Studies, International Studies

Art/Design/Fine Art: Art, Art History, Interior Design, Studio Art

Athletics: Exercise Science, Fitness and Sports Science, Physical Education

Biological Sciences: Biology/Life Science, Evolutionary Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology

Business: Accounting, Advertising, Business, Business Administration, Finance and Operation Management, Finance/Banking, Management, Marketing, Marketing Communication, Marketing, Retailing and Merchandising, Operations Management, Public Relations

Chemistry: Biochemistry, Chemistry

Communications: Communication, Film, Journalism, Media News

Consumer and Family Studies: Consumer Sciences/Services

Criminal Justice: Criminal Justice

Earth Sciences: Geology

Economics: Economics

Education: Early Childhood, English, French, Human Development, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Spanish

Engineering: Aerospace Engineering, Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering

English: Creative Writing, English

Environmental Studies: Environmental Sciences

Fashion: Apparel/Fashion Design, Apparel/Fashion Merchandising, Textile Design, Textiles and Clothing

Food Science: Nutrition

Foreign Language: Classical Languages, French, German, Greek, Latin, Spanish

Geography and Urban Studies: Geography

Geology: Geology

Health and Safety Sciences: Communication Disorders, Health Science

History: History

Hospitality and Tourism: Hospitality Management, Hotel/Restaurant Management

Information Studies: Computer Science

International Studies: International Studies

Marine Sciences: Marine Sciences

Mathematics: Mathematics

Military Sciences: Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC

Music: Choral Music

Performing Arts: Music, Music Education, Music Performance, Theater Arts/Drama, Theater Education

Philosophy/Religious Studies: Philosophy, Religious Studies

Physics: Physics

Political Science: International Studies, Political Science

Psychology: Counseling, Human Development, Psychology

Speech Pathology and Audiology: Communication Disorders

Theater: Performance and Directing

Conditions

Quick Links GPA and Other Academic Requirements
  • None.
Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Mid-Year Exchange (Exchange that begins with the Spring/Winter Term)
  • Available
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will not accept

Tuition / Fees

-- Campus Budget --
  • Fees are subject to change without notice.
  • Two semesters = one academic year
  • Three quarters = one academic year
Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment (Plan A) Students
  • Figures are current as of 10/19/18.
  • Estimated cost: $5790.
  • Expect 5-15% increase for the subsequent academic year.
  • Figures are based on 15 hours. Actual costs may be greater or less depending upon your actual enrollment.
  • Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
  • See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Host Payment (Plan A) students.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment (Plan B) Students
  • No tuition/fees are paid to the host campus.
  • Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
  • See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Home Payment (Plan B) students.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Host Payment (Plan A): 16 ($440 per additional hour)
  • Home Payment (Plan B): 16 ($385 per additional hour)
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
Figures are current as of 10/19/18.

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Application Fee $40 Year Plan A & B Mandatory
NSE Program Fee $50 Semester Plan A & B Mandatory
Housing Deposit $300 Year Plan A & B Optional
Parking Fee $345 Year Plan A & B Optional
Orientation Fee $120 Year Plan A & B Optional

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $1,200 per year.

Financial Aid

Host Payment (Plan A)
For Plan A U.S. students, aid is awarded by and disbursed from your host campus. Students apply for federally funded financial aid by using the FAFSA code of their host campus. Host campuses award aid to eligible incoming Plan A students on a first-come, first-served basis as long as funds are available. Ask your home campus NSE coordinator if your campus awards aid to their own outgoing students. If so, do not apply for aid from your host campus.

For eligible Plan A applicants U.S. federal financial aid may be available in the following programs:

  • Pell
  • CWS
  • Perkins
  • SEOG
  • DL
  • Plus
Use FAFSA CODE: 001051

Home Payment (Plan B)
For eligible Plan B students, aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Canada
Regardless of Payment Plan, students exchanging to or from Canada, apply for financial aid at their home campus.

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 10/19/18

On-Campus Housing Per Semester
  • 30% living on campus
  • Suite: $4450
  • Full-year contract required for a full-year exchange
  • On campus living encouraged
Off-Campus Housing
  • Appoximate monthly cost: $Depends on where student selects.
  • Proximity to campus: Varies
Meal Plans Per Semester
  • Meal purchase is not required for on campus living.
Notes About Meal Plans
All Access: $1,901, unlimited meals Bama Silver: $1,232, 125 meals Bama Bronze: $938, 90 meals Essential Plan: $723, 55 meals and 25 retail combos Bama 55: $576, 55 meals VIP Membership: $172, 25 retail combos

All data in this document is the responsibility of the campus and has been provided by the campus NSE coordinator.
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