Location: USA
Program: Undergraduate
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: 4 years
Deadline: December 15, 2025
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The University of Alabama is widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. As a leading public research university located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, it provides a wide range of programs across various fields, enabling students to pursue quality education in an intellectually stimulating environment. Beyond academics, the university offers a vibrant campus life, with state-of-the-art facilities, cultural events, and student organizations that create a supportive community for both local and international students. Its reputation for blending rigorous academics with a dynamic social environment makes it an attractive destination for students from around the world.
In line with its mission to promote global diversity and inclusion, the University of Alabama offers generous scholarship opportunities for outstanding international freshmen. These scholarships are designed to reward academic achievement and leadership potential, making education more affordable for qualified students. With awards ranging from partial tuition support to full tuition coverage and additional benefits, the scholarships ease the financial burden and allow students to focus on their academic and personal growth. By investing in international students, the University of Alabama not only strengthens its global community but also provides talented individuals with the chance to thrive in a world-class learning environment.
Benefits of the Scholarship
The International Freshman Automatic Merit Scholarships are based on a combination of GPA and standardized test.
- The scholarship is valued at $6,000–$28,000 per year. This can be used by the student to cover:
- Travel expenses
- Books and materials
- Meal
- Health care
- Additionally, the Presidential Elite level (GPA 4.0+, ACT 36 or SAT 1600) includes:
- Full tuition for up to four years (undergraduate + graduate or law)
- First-year on-campus housing (at regular rate)
- $1,500 per year supplemental scholarship for four years
- $2,000 one-time allowance for research or international study after the first year
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the International Freshman Automatic Scholarships applicant must:
- Must be a first-time freshman and apply as an international student
- High School Academic Performance
- A minimum GPA of 3.50 on a 4.0 scale
- For the Presidential level, GPA of 3.50+ is required
- Presidential Elite level requires even stronger performance (GPA 4.0+)
- Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency as per UA’s international admissions standards
- Submission of Required Documents by Deadline
NOTE: kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.
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Selection Criteria
All students who have submitted an application and all supporting documents by the listed deadline are evaluated holistically, based upon academic and non-academic information provided on their admission application. Academic components considered include high school GPA and academic honors. Non-academic items include leadership experience, volunteer experience, extracurricular activities, employment and non-academic honor.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
