UAB SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 1080–1340 (based on recent admissions data for the middle 50% of admitted students)
• Average Score: Approximately 1210, reflecting the typical performance of incoming freshmen at UAB
• 75th Percentile: Around 1340, indicating that top-performing applicants often score at or above this level

Key Points:

• SAT or ACT scores are currently required for most freshman applicants to the University of Alabama at Birmingham, though policies may vary by program or year.
• Scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review process, with no strict minimum but higher scores strengthening an application.
• UAB practices superscoring for SAT, meaning the highest section scores across multiple test dates are combined for admissions consideration.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores may be considered for placement or credit but do not replace SAT/ACT requirements for admission.
• Prospective students are encouraged to aim for an SAT score of at least 1200–1300 to be competitive for admission to the University of Alabama at Birmingham.