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University of Alabama (Full Exchange) (Exchange Program) (Incoming Program)

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  • Locations: Tuscaloosa, United States
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring, Year
  • Dates / Deadlines
Program Description:

Location
The City of Tuscaloosa was incorporated in 1819, one day before Alabama became a state. Home to just under 100,000 residents and located in West Alabama on the Black Warrior River, 57 miles (91.7 km) southwest of Birmingham, Tuscaloosa was the state capital of Alabama from 1826 to 1846. During this period, in 1831, the University of Alabama was established and is the state's first university. Tuscaloosa is now also home to Stillman College and Shelton State Community College.

With area attractions like the Bama Belle, the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, the Kentuck Arts Center, Lake Tuscaloosa and Lake Lurleen State Park, the Historic Bama Theater, Moundville Archaeological Park, there is always something to do in Tuscaloosa. Check out Visit Tuscaloosa for more information.


Courses
Courses can be found online in two locations: the Academic Catalogs and the Schedule of Classes. The catalogs contain information regarding degree requirements as well as courses that will be offered during the year of the catalog. Courses listed in the catalog are not necessarily offered each semester. The Schedule of Classes publishes courses offered each semester.

The UA Course Catalog
The Schedule of Classes

UA students register for courses only through their myBama account. The Registration Instructions offer details on how to register for courses.

Any courses which are not successfully registered for through myBama should be submitted prior to arrival on the Course Registration Worksheet. We will provide assistance with course registration not successfully accomplished through myBama. Students can register for courses upon arrival to campus.


Housing
Students at UA can choose from a variety of housing communities on campus. Housing communities on campus offer students three options:
  1. Traditional Dormitory: shared room, shared bathroom on each floor, a community shared kitchen might be available
  2. Residence Hall: single or shared room in a flat, 2 to 3 rooms per flat, one bathroom per flat, kitchenette (microwave, refrigerator)
  3. Apartment: typically a single room, 3 rooms per apartment, one or two bathrooms per apartment, full kitchen
For more information about on-campus accommodations and rates, please refer to the UA Housing and Residential Communities website: http://housing.ua.edu.


International Office
The Capstone International Center, comprised of International Academic Programs, International Services, and the English Language Institute, coordinates the University's international endeavors, facilitates the development of a global perspective campus-wide, and supports students, faculty, and staff in global outreach, teaching, and research.

International Student and Scholar Services works with all international students, faculty, and visitors attending UA for immigration and visa concerns.

International Academic Programs works specifically with exchange students for admission, academic, and cultural adjustment concerns.


Academic Calendar
For semester dates, exams, and holidays, students should refer to UA's Academic Calendar. The official arrival date for each semester for international students to check-in with the university to maintain status with regard to their visa is typically one week prior to the beginning of classes. Students will be informed of the official arrival date in their acceptance letter.


Student Population
From the UA Quick Facts: Demographics page, of the 33,602 undergraduate, professional, and graduate students enrolled at UA in the fall semester of 2012,

    58% come from Alabama
    38% come from elsewhere in the United States
    4% are international students from 68 countries
    28% of our undergraduates belong to sororities or fraternities
    55% are women
    13% are African-American
    3% are Hispanic-American
    2% are Asian-American

At UA,

    28% major in arts and sciences
    21% major in business
    9% major in communication
    9% major in education
    12% major in engineering
    10% major in human environmental sciences
    2% major in law
    6% major in nursing
    2% major in social work


Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025 10/15/2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.