School of Engineering

Engineering classes began at the University of Alabama (UAB) in 1837 with a 2-year course in civil engineering. In 1937, the College received accreditation for 6 out of 8 courses from the Engineers' Council for Professional Development.

The engineering school now has 5 academic departments with over 15 graduate degree courses and tracks to choose from. The courses are highly adaptable and range from conventional M.S./Ph.D. degrees to online Master of engineering degrees.

U.S. News & World Report ranks UAB School of Engineering 112 among the best engineering schools in the country.

UAB - School of Engineering has produced notable alumni who have shone in various fields. Some of them include Philip Thompson (senior quality engineer, US Steel), Denise Jeffries (SVP, Regions Bank), Leah Friar (senior technical manager, AT&T), and Kyle Newman (web developer, Thompson Gray, Inc.).

Birmingham offers inexpensive living, one that is 14% lower than the national average. The city offers all the entertainment options and attractions that world-class cities do, but what makes Birmingham unique is it is the only place on Earth where all the ingredients for making iron—coal, iron ore, and limestone—are found.

What can you study at the UAB - School of Engineering?

You can choose your preferred course from the list provided below.

• IMP in Electrical and Computer Engineering
• IMP in Engineering Management
• MS in Electrical & Computer Engineering
• MS in Mechanical Engineering
• MS in Civil Engineering
• MS in Engineering Management

How to secure admission at the UAB - School of Engineering

• Application fee: $60
• Mean TOEFL score: 80
• Average UG GPA: A US Bachelor's Degree (GPA 3.00) or international equivalent
• Recommendations: 3 letters of recommendation
• Resume/CV: Include relevant research experience, publications, presentations, and awards
• Personal statement: Required
• Language eligibility test: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE
• Tuition fee: Each semester hour of coursework is $28,860
• Health service/health insurance: $2,772
• Books: $1,200
• Food: $4,820
• Transportation: $3,379
• Total annual cost of admission: $51,557

Scholarships for international students at UAB - School of Engineering

• The UAB International Scholarship holds a yearly value of $7,500 and is available to applicants enrolling as first-year, full-time, or degree-seeking students in an undergraduate course. They must meet certain criteria to be eligible for the scholarship.
• The University also offers IB Scholarships, departmental scholarships, performance scholarships, and more. Interested students should complete the general scholarship application in the Blazer Scholarship Management and Resource Tool (BSMART).

Job placement at the UAB - School of Engineering

• The institution has a placement rate of 82%. This significant percentage can be attributed to the array of amenities available at the institution.
• The Engineering Career Center serves as a central hub for engineering students seeking career guidance and industry connections. It helps students enhance their professional skills. All UAB Engineering students and alumni have access to its services
• The centre’s services include career advising, resume development, assistance with job applications and interviews, mock interviews, employer networking events, job search strategies, guidance on networking, and support for employer recruiting.
• It also provides access to the UAB Handshake Portal, a comprehensive resource for viewing on-campus and off-campus job opportunities, internships, co-ops, research positions, career-related events, workshops, and career fairs. Students are encouraged to upload their resumes and complete their Handshake profiles.
• Students and employers are encouraged to visit the UAB Engineering Career Center page on Handshake to stay updated on upcoming events, including the biannual Engineering Career Fair.
• Internships and co-ops play a vital role in the school’s educational approach. Students can gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and apply their theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. Internships and co-ops give them a competitive edge when searching for full-time employment after graduation.
• Participating in co-op programmes with the same employer over several semesters allows students to engage in long-term projects, professional development, and industry networking. Employers often use internship and co-op programmes to establish a talent pipeline for future full-time engineering positions.