International Student Scholarships at he University of Alabama, USA
International incoming first time freshmen admitted by December 15, have a qualifying score on the ACT or SAT (critical reading and math scores only), and have at least a 3.0 cumulative high school GPA will be eligible for the following merit-based scholarships:
| Scholarship | Test Score | GPA | Yearly Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presidential | 32-36 ACT or 1420-1600 SAT | 3.50+ | $26,000 |
| UA Scholar | 30-31 ACT or 1360-1410 SAT | 3.50+ | $20,000 |
| Foundation In Excellence | 29 ACT or 1330-1350 SAT | 3.50+ | $15,000 |
| Foundation In Excellence | 30-36 ACT or 1360-1600 SAT | 3.00-3.49 | $15,000 |
| Collegiate | 28 ACT or 1300-1320 SAT | 3.50+ | $10,000 |
| Capstone | 27 ACT or 1260-1290 SAT | 3.50+ | $8,000 |
| Capstone | 28-29 ACT or 1300-1350 SAT | 3.00-3.49 | $8,000 |
Please have standardized test scores sent directly to The University of Alabama from the testing agency.
- SAT code is 1830
- ACT code is 0052
The above scholarships will be awarded automatically based on an applicant’s GPA and test scores. Students who submit a scholarship application and all required supporting documents by the deadline may also be eligible for limited university and departmental scholarships. (More information about the scholarship application process)
A Note About Test Scores
- The optional writing section on the SAT is not required for admissions or scholarship purposes.
- The writing section of the ACT is not required for admissions or scholarship purposes.
Academic Elite Scholarships
International students are also eligible for Academic Elite Scholarships. To be considered for an Academic Elite Scholarship, a student must be accepted as a member of the University Fellows Experience (UFE). Complete information on the UFE can be found on the Honors site.
Transfer Student Scholarships
There are also limited scholarships available to transfer students. The deadline to apply is March 1. (More information about transfer scholarships)