University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, AlabamaMDUAB Official website

MCAT509.4AverageSources and context for MCAT
GPA3.87AverageSources and context for GPA
Class size1962025-2026Source for Class size
In-state tuition$37,282One year, tuition and feesSource for In-state tuition

Mission

UAB Heersink Mission and Vision Statements Mission To advance health and healing through patient care, education, and discovery. Vision To be a leader in making a global impact through innovative care, transformative discovery, and collaborative teaching and learning. Admissions Statement The UAB Heersink School of Medicine selects applicants poised to become exceptional clinicians, physician-scientists, and medical educators. We seek academically qualified candidates from all backgrounds and experiences who exhibit strong competence in one or more of the following: dedication to serving others, cultural sensitivity, communication skills, teamwork, and leadership. Our holistic admissions process values applicants with a demonstrated interest in serving underserved rural and urban communities, addressing medical disparities, advancing research and innovation, and/or practicing primary care medicine. We are committed to recruiting and training applicants from Alabama, students with close ties to Alabama, and/or students who demonstrate a passion for the mission of the UAB Heersink School of Medicine.
As the school states it

Admissions office

Admissions and Enrollment ManagementVH 100Birmingham, AL 35294-0019 USA
(205) 934-2433
medschool@uab.edu

Tuition and cost

Tuition and fees
In state$37,282
Out of state$67,786
One year, as reported. A missing figure means the school did not report it, never that it costs nothing.
Cost of attendance
In state$74,582
Out of state$105,891
Tuition plus the living costs the school budgets for. This is what a loan is sized against.
What you leave with
Average graduating debt
$183,078
Students receiving aid
82%
Deposit
Due
April 30, 2026
In state
$100
Out of state
$100
Health insurance
In state
$3,562
Out of state
$3,562

Loan payment is on federal graduate loans only. Earnings are medians for everyone who finished this program, and a year out most of them are in residency.

Who can apply

Out-of-state ApplicantsYesYes, As a public school in AL, strong preference is given to AL residents. We do accept about 10-15% of our class from out of state. Most out-of- state matriculants have significant ties to AL or mission.
Canadian ApplicantsNoNo
International ApplicantsNoNo
DACA Status ApplicantsNoNo
Transfer applicantsConditionsAccepted with conditions
Community college prerequisitesYesAccepted
AP creditYesAccepted
Online courseworkConditionsVaries by course
Pass/fail courseworkNoNot accepted

We accept courses taken at the community college. Committee will assess performance in these courses as well as courses taken at the university level to determine readiness for medical education. Students are encouraged to take rigorous prerequisite courses to build a solid foundation.

Applying

How competitive is admission here?

21.5applications per seat2025-2026
4,206applications received2025-2026
13.3%from in state2025-2026
  1. MCAT scores this school will read
    Oldest accepted
    January 2024
    Latest accepted
    September 12, 2026
  2. AAMC PREview
    Policy
    We are requiring applicants to submit PREview scores
  3. Secondary application
    Required
    Yes
    Fee
    $100
    Sent to
    Minimum requirements to be considered for a secondary application can be found on our website here: https://www.uab.edu/medi cine/home/admissions/sele ction-criteria
    Fee waiver
    Available
  4. Secondary deadline
    Due
    We recommend applicants submit within two weeks of receiving a secondary invitation or by November 15, at the latest.
  5. Letters of recommendation
    Committee letter
    Accepted with conditions
    Letter packet
    Accepted
    Individual letters
    Accepted
  6. Interview
    Format
    MMI
    Invitations
    July 15
  7. Deposit on an offer
    Required
    Yes
    Due
    April 30, 2026
    In state
    $100
    Out of state
    $100
    Refundable
    Yes
    Credited
    Yes

Prerequisite coursework

  • Biochemistry3Required
  • BiologyGeneral Biology - Applicants awarded AP or CLEP credit for biology are expected to complete 8 hours of additional advanced biology coursework.Lab8Required
  • Biostatistics3 semester hours of biostatistics or statistics OR 6 semester hours of college math. Applicants awarded AP or CLEP credit for statistics or college mathematics are expected to complete a college level biostatistics course to meet the requirement.3Required
  • Composition & RhetoricComplete at least 6 semester hours of college level English, writing composition, or writing intensive coursework.6Required
  • PhysicsLab8Required
  • PsychologyAny behavioral or social science coursework that addresses the biological, psychological, and/or sociocultural factors that influence perceptions, behaviors, interactions and well- being will be accepted.3Required

Interview

MMIHeld: virtual
Video interview

Recorded video interviews are not available

Regional interviews

Regional interviews are not available

How the school describes it

Virtual interviews include a one-on-one with a member of the admissions committee and a nine- station MMI.

Invitations

July 15

A typical interview day

Virtual interviews include a one-on-one with a member of the admissions committee and a nine- station MMI. Interviewees also hear from the admissions team and meet with current medical students during the virtual interview day program.

If you are waitlisted

Waitlist positions
50-75
Waitlist offers
0

In early April, a two-tier waitlist is created and applicants are notified of their tier placement. # of waitlist offers over the last 3 years: 2023 = 14; 2024 = 17; 2025 = 0

Sources

Figures here were last reviewed on 2026-08-04.

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