University of Alabama Out-of-State & International Freshman Scholarships 2027
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Description
The University of Alabama offers $6,000/year up to full tuition and additional benefits a tiered set of automatic and competitive …
Full Description
The University of Alabama offers generous scholarship opportunities for high-achieving students. Scholarships are awarded based on a range of factors, which may include academic achievement, standardized test scores, leadership, service, work experience and other accomplishments.
Amount
USD 1,500 – 6,000
Funding Types
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Application LinkDeadline
Dec 04, 2026
60 days remaining
Benefits
- Automatic merit scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $28,000 per year based on GPA and test scores
- Presidential Elite: full tuition (up to 4 years/8 semesters), first-year on-campus housing, $1,500/year supplemental scholarship, and a $2,000 one-time research/international study allowance
- Competitive scholarships up to full tuition plus housing and supplemental awards
- Additional named and alumni-funded scholarship opportunities
How to Apply
Automatic scholarships are included in the UA Undergraduate Application — no separate application is required. Competitive scholarships are evaluated based on the information provided in the admission application.
Visit UA's "How to Apply for Scholarships" guide for a step-by-step walkthrough of maximizing scholarship opportunities.
Deadlines:
- Spring 2027: Application and official test scores due by November 2, 2026
- Summer/Fall 2027: Application and official test scores due by December 4, 2026
Students who miss the priority deadline may still be considered for scholarships on a funds-available basis. Students may appeal for additional consideration due to extenuating circumstances via UA's Scholarship Policy.
For more information, kindly visit University of Alabama scholarship webpage.
Required Documents
- UA Undergraduate Application
- Official ACT or SAT scores (sent directly by the testing agency)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a first-time, out-of-state or international freshman applicant
- Automatic scholarships require submission of official standardized test scores (ACT or SAT), self-reported scores must be followed by official score submission
- UA does not use super scores for scholarship purposes; only official composite/total scores from a single test date are accepted
- Students who do not submit test scores remain eligible only for competitive scholarships
- GPA considered through the end of junior year
- Competitive scholarships are awarded through holistic review of academics, honors, leadership, service, and life experience
