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Scholarship Search
UAB is pleased to offer IB Scholarships, departmental scholarships, performance scholarships, and more. Students interested in these scholarships should complete the BSMART Scholarship Application in the Blazer Scholarship Management and Resource Tool (BSMART). Completing the application submits student information to many departments on campus for scholarship consideration. Undergraduate students can complete the BSMART Scholarship Application beginning August 1. For any other colleges, please check with your department.
Use the options provided below to search for available scholarship opportunities.
Use the options provided below to search for available scholarship opportunities.
- Category Search - Scholarships are assigned categories by your schools. This option allows you to identify and search the categories that you feel are most relevant to you.
- Keyword(s) Search - This field allows you to search on keywords associated with the scholarship.
- Click on "Apply Now" to complete the full BSMART application.
Scholarships (547)
"I Am My Brother's Keeper" Scholarship
UAB sponsors a scholarship opportunity for up to 2 entering freshmen who have participated in Birmingham's I Am My Brother's Keeper (IAMBK) Leadership Institute. (The institute is not directly affiliated with UAB.) To be considered, students must:
- Be admitted to UAB for the upcoming fall semester by March 1 of their senior year in high school
- Have an ACT composite score of 24 or higher
- Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the upcoming academic year by March 1
- Provide documentation from the IAMBK Institute, confirming fulfillment of all the IAMBK requirements
"Take a Leap" MPA Study Away Scholarship
This scholarship is for student who are enrolled in the Masters of Public Administration (MPA) program. To be considered, students must have at least a 3.0 GPA prior to the time of application. Applicants must be planning to intern in the public or private sector with a clear connection to public sector activities. The internship opportunity must be located outside of Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee and Florida, with preference given to applicants interning in the Washington, D.C., area. Applicants must be enrolled the Summer semester following the awarding of the scholarship.
50th Anniversary of the Department of World Languages and Literatures Scholarship
Friends, colleagues, and admirers have made generous gifts for the purpose of creating a scholarship at The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Gifts to the scholarship will be used to assist deserving students who are enrolled in World Languages and Literatures Department in the College of Arts and Sciences at UAB. Applicants must be currently enrolled as a major (French, Spanish, Applied Spanish and Japanese) or a minor (Chinese, German) in the Department of World Languages and Literatures in the College of Arts and Sciences at UAB. Applicants should demonstrate solid academic promise and achievement and have earned at least an overall 3.0 grade point average in coursework completed prior to the time of application.
Aaron L. Lamar, Jr. Student Leadership Scholarship
Aaron L. Lamar, Jr. Student Leadership Scholarship is a non-renewable scholarship established in an effort to honor Aaron Lamar, Jr., Ed.D., who served UAB for 25 years as the Associate Vice President and Dean of Students. Dr. Lamar was responsible for the growth and development of many programs and activities at the University. While Dean Lamar certainly valued scholarship, he greatly valued the total development of students through their involvement in co-curricular and community activities. He also valued the diversity of the collegiate environment, believing that this was integral to the education process. This scholarship is distributed annually by The Office of Student Involvement and Leadership.
One recipient will be awarded for the Fall 2024 semester; the award amount varies between $500 and $2,500.
Eligibility Requirements:
Application Requirements
The following must be included in the General Scholarship Application to be fully considered:
Applicants being considered for this award will be required to interview with members of the selection committee. Applicants will be notified if selected for an interview.
One recipient will be awarded for the Fall 2024 semester; the award amount varies between $500 and $2,500.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be currently enrolled in a degree seeking program at UAB
- Be classified as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior undergraduate student (senior students must be returning as a full-time UAB student in Fall 2023)
- Have earned a minimum, overall GPA of 2.5 in course work prior to the time of application and be in good academic standing
- Have demonstrated active participation and leadership in extracurricular and community activities
- Active participation in organizations and activities promoting diversity is an important element in the application and selection process
Application Requirements
The following must be included in the General Scholarship Application to be fully considered:
- Resume (highlighting campus involvement/leadership, community service, and student employment if applicable)
- 2 letters of recommendation from a person who can comment on your leadership on campus and/or in the UAB/Birmingham community.
- Essay demonstrating leadership in the co-curricular or community activities. Participation in organizations and activities promoting diversity should be outlined in the essay.
Applicants being considered for this award will be required to interview with members of the selection committee. Applicants will be notified if selected for an interview.
Abel Family Endowed Scholarship
Applicant must be currently enrolled or admitted to UAB School of Optometry and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicant must demonstrate solid academic achievement and should have earned the highest grade point average in UAB School of Optometry Clinical Evaluation of the Visual System course work after completing all sections.
Academic Affairs Scholarship
The Academic Affairs Scholarship is a scholarship based on the financial need and academic achievements of current full-time UAB students.
Requirements:
Requirements:
- Must be currently enrolled in, or admitted to, a degree-seeking program in the College of Arts and Sciences, Collat School of Business, School of Education, or School of Engineering at UAB.
- Must demonstrate solid academic promise and have at least an overall 3.0- grade point average in coursework completed before the time of application.
- Must demonstrate financial need determined by the UAB Financial Aid Office
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
ACFE Scholarship
The ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners) Scholarship is for students who are enrolled in Digital Forensics in the UAB J. Frank Barefield, Jr. Department of Criminal Justice.
Requirements:
1. Applicants should be majoring in Digital Forensics in the UAB J. Frank Barefield, Jr. Department of Criminal Justice.
2. 2.50 or better GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in coursework completed prior to the time of application.
4. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate academic promise and achievement.
5. Number of awards: 4
6. Application period: August 1 to February 1
7. Required Documents: BSMART Scholarship Application, Resume, Essay, and two letters of recommendation from UAB Faculty members. This scholarship is an annual award and is not renewable.
Requirements:
1. Applicants should be majoring in Digital Forensics in the UAB J. Frank Barefield, Jr. Department of Criminal Justice.
2. 2.50 or better GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in coursework completed prior to the time of application.
4. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate academic promise and achievement.
5. Number of awards: 4
6. Application period: August 1 to February 1
7. Required Documents: BSMART Scholarship Application, Resume, Essay, and two letters of recommendation from UAB Faculty members. This scholarship is an annual award and is not renewable.
Adam Telle Memorial Endowed Award in Mechanical Engineering
CDS-John Blue Company established the Adam Telle Memorial Endowed Award in Mechanical Engineering in memory of their friend and colleague and UAB alumnus, Adam Telle.
Recipients of the Adam Telle Memorial Endowed Award in Mechanical Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
Recipients of the Adam Telle Memorial Endowed Award in Mechanical Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in, or admitted to the Mechanical Engineering Program in the School of Engineering
- Applicants should demonstrate solid academic promise and have earned at least an overall 3.0 grade point average in coursework completed prior to the time of application
- Applicants must demonstrate financial need for scholarship assistance as determined by the UAB Office of Financial Aid
African American Studies Director's Award for Academic Excellence
This scholarship is intended to assist deserving students who have designated in African American Studies as their primary major. Those students must be in good standing as sophomore or junior at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Alabama Power Company Scholars Program Endowment
The Alabama Power Company made a generous gift to fund the Alabama Power Company Scholars Program in Engineering.
Recipients of the Alabama Power Foundation, Inc. Endowed Scholarship in Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
Recipients of the Alabama Power Foundation, Inc. Endowed Scholarship in Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in or admitted to a degree-granting program in the School of Engineering at UAB
- Applicants should demonstrate solid academic promise and achievement and have earned at least an overall 3.0 grade point average in coursework completed prior to the time of application
- The Fund shall provide support to students for whom affordability may be an obstacle and who might otherwise be unable to attend the University
Alabama Power Foundation, Inc. Endowed Scholarship in Engineering
The Alabama Power Foundation, Inc. made a generous gift to fund the Alabama Power Foundation, Inc. Endowed Scholarship in Engineering.
Recipients of the Alabama Power Foundation, Inc. Endowed Scholarship in Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
Recipients of the Alabama Power Foundation, Inc. Endowed Scholarship in Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in, or admitted to, the a degree-granting program in the School of Engineering
- Applicants must be a legal resident of the State of Alabama
Albert J. Tully, M.D., Family Endowed Medical Scholarship
The Albert J. Tully, Jr., M.D. Family Endowed Medical Scholarship supports deserving students with academic promise who are enrolled or admitted to the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.
Requirements:
- Demonstrate financial need as determined by the UAB Financial Aid Office
- Have earned at least a 3.2 (on a 4.0) grade point average before entering medical school or be in the top 50% of their class during medical school
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
Requirements:
- Demonstrate financial need as determined by the UAB Financial Aid Office
- Have earned at least a 3.2 (on a 4.0) grade point average before entering medical school or be in the top 50% of their class during medical school
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
Alfred A. Bartolucci Scholarship
Friends, colleagues, and admirers of Alfred A. Bartolucci have made generous gifts for the purpose of creating a scholarship at The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Spendable earnings from the scholarship will be used to assist deserving students who are enrolled in the School of Public Health, Biostatistics program at UAB. Applicants must be in Biostatistics and have a 3.5 GPA
Alfred W. Sangster Award for Outstanding International Student
This award is presented to an outstanding international student enrolled in the School of Health Professions in recognition of their academic and non-academic accomplishments.
Applicants MUST meet the following criteria:
• Enrolled in the UAB School of Health Professions
• Demonstrate Academic Excellence
• Provide a Resume/CV
• Provide a brief description of your academic achievement in the School of Health Professions and program activities.
• Provide a brief description of your extracurricular activities related to UAB (outside of SHP).
• Provide a brief description of your volunteer experience in the community (Include volunteer hours for each activity).
All-Alabama Academic Team Scholarship
The All-Alabama Academic Team Scholarship is a renewable award for entering transfer students who are All-Alabama Academic Team (AAAT) members.
Requirements:
Requirements:
- Must be named an All-Alabama Academic Team member in 2025.
- Must be admitted to UAB for the summer or fall semester that immediately follows the receipt of AAAT Honor
- Must submit All-Alabama Academic Team letter to UAB Admissions before July 1st. Note: You can find your assigned counselor at uab.edu/my counselor.
If you have any questions about this offer, please contact our office at (205) 934-8134 or scholarships@uab.edu.
Alma B. Maxwell Fund
The Alma B. Maxwell Scholarship supports deserving students with academic promise who are enrolled in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO) Scholarship in Engineering
The American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO) has made a generous gift for the purpose of creating the American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO) Scholarship in Engineering at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Recipients of the American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO) Scholarship in Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
Recipients of the American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO) Scholarship in Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in or admitted to a degree-granting program in Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Materials Engineering; or Mechanical Engineering at UAB
- Applicants should demonstrate solid academic promise and achievement and have earned at least an overall 2.75 grade point average in coursework completed prior to the time of application
- The Fund shall provide support to students for whom affordability may be an obstacle and who might otherwise be unable to attend the University
Ann Margaret Clark Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund
The Ann Margaret Clark Scholarship supports deserving students enrolled in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
Anne Julianne Jenkins Isola, M.D., Endowed Medical Scholarship
The Anne Julianne Jenkins Isola, M.D., Endowed Medical Scholarship supports deserving students with academic promise who are enrolled in their third or fourth year of medical school studying at the Montgomery Regional Medical Campus at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.
Preferences:
- Students of Autauga, Elmore, or Montgomery, Alabama
- Demonstrated interest in palliative care; if none exists
- Demonstrated interest in a primary care specialty
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
Preferences:
- Students of Autauga, Elmore, or Montgomery, Alabama
- Demonstrated interest in palliative care; if none exists
- Demonstrated interest in a primary care specialty
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
Arnold G. Diethelm, M.D., Medical Scholarship
The Arnold G. Diethelm, M.D. Medical Scholarship supports deserving students enrolled in or admitted to the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts Scholarship
Two BA-Art Studio or BFA students will be chosen to receive a scholarship to attend a week long workshop over the summer term. The scholarship is valued at approximately $1,300 and includes course fee, application fee, meals & housing in dormitory style facilities and a $300 stipend that may be used for travel or materials fee. Arrowmont offers a rich assortment of classes covering many disciplines. Applicants are encouraged to seek advice from a faculty member.
Requirements:
1. Completed Department Scholarship Application form.
2. A representative portfolio (minimum of 10 and up to 15 images). Follow this link to upload your portfolio Slideroom:https://uabdaah.slideroom.com/. *This one portfolio will be used to review all of your art studio scholarship applications.
3. The applicant should submit a ranked list of their top three choices for courses found at Arrowmont:www.arrowmont.org along with their application package. The selected scholarship applicant will be asked to review the upcoming summer Arrowmont summer class offerings (www.arrowmont.org) to select class choices (rank the top three choices) and housing choices. Arrowmont will place the student in the course from the ranked list based on availability and enrollment figures.
Note: If a two-week class is selected, the student is responsible for the additional course fee and meals/housing costs. Students may upgrade their housing for an additional charge to be covered by the student.
Questions regarding this scholarship should be directed to Tara Seaborn at tseaborn@uab.edu
ASAHP Scholarship of Excellence
Scholarship of Excellence Program:
The Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions (ASAHP) in partnership with CastleBranch sponsors a scholarship program for students enrolled in its member schools.
Purpose:
The purpose of the scholarship program is to recognize outstanding students in the health professions who are achieving excellence in their academic programs and have significant potential to assume future leadership roles in healthcare. The selected student will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Qualifications:
The following criteria must be met to be eligible to receive an ASAHP Scholarship:
Candidates must have successfully completed at least one term (quarter, semester, trimester, etc.) at UAB.
Candidates may be enrolled in any program in the UAB School of Health Professions.
Candidates must be enrolled in a career entry-level, degree-granting program; all degree levels are eligible (baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral).
Financial need is not a criterion for eligibility.
Candidates must have successfully achieved UAB Cumulative G.P.A. of 3.7 or greater
Candidates must be enrolled full-time during the current academic school year.
Candidates must be able to detail current and future professional goals
Application process:
To be considered, students must submit the following:
1. A Current resume/CV
2. A one page essay that addresses why she/he selected the health profession for which she/he is enrolled and what unique contributions she/he intends to make to the community's health (Do not exceed 200 words)
3. Recommendation letter from the departments Program Director or Faculty within the School of Health Professions.
Association for Professional in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Scholarship
APIC - Alabama (Association for Professional in Infection Control and Epidemiology, Alabama Chapter) has made a generous pledge for the purpose of creating a scholarship at the University of Alabamat at Birmingham (UAB). Funds from the scholarship will be used to assist deserving students who are enrolled in the graduate program in the School of Public Health at UAB.
Azman Endowed Scholarship
Applicant must be currently enrolled or admitted to UAB School of Optometry and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to Fourth Year students who demonstrate expertise related to Contact Lens and/or contact lens research and who demonstrate financial need as determined by UAB Financial Aid Office.
Baptist Health Care Foundation Scholarship for the Montgomery Regional Medical Campus
The Baptist Health Care Foundation Scholarship for the Montgomery Regional Medical Campus supports deserving students enrolled in or admitted to the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine studying at the Montgomery Regional Campus.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
BE&K, Inc. Scholarship in Engineering
BE&K, Inc. has made a generous gift for the purpose of creating the BE&K, Inc. Scholarship in Engineering at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Recipients of the BE&K, Inc. Scholarship in Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
Recipients of the BE&K, Inc. Scholarship in Engineering will be selected from applicants meeting the following eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in or admitted to a degree-granting program in Engineering at UAB
- Applicants should demonstrate superior academic achievement and have earned at least an overall 3.00 grade point average in high school and an ACT Composite Score of 28 or higher
- Applicants should be of outstanding character and integrity and possess potential or leadership and show promise of significant achievement in engineering
- Preference will be given to those applicants who are likely to initiate their engineering careers in the Birmingham region
Benjamin and Roberta Russell Medical Scholarship Endowment
The Benjamin & Roberta Medical Scholarship Endowment supports deserving students with academic promise who are enrolled in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
For questions, please email the Medical Student Financial Services Office at medschoolscholarship@uab.edu.
Betty Loeb Scholarship for Painting
The Department of Art and Art History awards the Betty Loeb Scholarship for Painting to assist deserving students who are enrolled in the Painting Program. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA, and preference will be given to those with financial need. Applicants are encouraged to seek advice from a faculty member.
Requirements:
1. Completed BSMART Scholarship Application
2. A representative portfolio (minimum of 10 and up to 15 images). Follow this link to upload your portfolio Slideroom: https://uabdaah.slideroom.com/. *This one portfolio will be used to review all of your art studio scholarship applications. If you have any questions about Slideroom, please contact professor Ryan Meyer at ryanam@uab.edu
Requirements:
1. Completed BSMART Scholarship Application
2. A representative portfolio (minimum of 10 and up to 15 images). Follow this link to upload your portfolio Slideroom: https://uabdaah.slideroom.com/. *This one portfolio will be used to review all of your art studio scholarship applications. If you have any questions about Slideroom, please contact professor Ryan Meyer at ryanam@uab.edu
Billy and Judy Bridgers Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by alumni, colleagues and friends to recognize our founding dean (William F. Bridgers, MD, 1932-2006) and his wife Judy for their years of leadership and service to public health. Special consideration is given to those who demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a career in public health. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and be Graduate Students in the UAB School of Public Health.
Billy R. Cox Endowed Scholarship
Family, friends, and admirers of Billy R. Cox established this scholarship in his memory and legacy. Specific criteria include students who demonstrate an interest in public health for the gay, lesbian, bi and trans-gender populations and have a 3.0 GPA.
Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate Scholarship
Alumni and friends of the Department of Biomedical Engineering have made generous gifts for the purpose of creating an undergraduate scholarship in Biomedical Engineering at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Birmingham Area Optometric Society Endowed Optometry Award
Applicant must be currently enrolled or admitted to UAB School of Optometry and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to residents of the Greater Birmingham Area.
Birmingham News - Clarence B. Hanson, Jr. Scholarship
The Birmingham News- Clarence B. Hanson, Jr. Scholarship is a renewable award for incoming freshmen.
Requirements:
Note: This award is renewable for up to four years. Two or more awards will be given each year.
Requirements:
- Must be enrolled full-time and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
- Must be residents of Blount, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, or Walker counties in Alabama
- Must demonstrate financial need, leadership, and academic achievement
- Must be admitted to UAB by March 1 of their senior year in high school
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and a composite ACT score of 25 or higher
- Must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1
Note: This award is renewable for up to four years. Two or more awards will be given each year.
Birmingham Racing Commission Scholarship
The Birmingham Racing Commission Scholarship is an award based on the academic achievements of current full-time UAB students.
Requirements:
Requirements:
- Must be enrolled in a regular undergraduate program at UAB.
- Must be residents of Jefferson, County, Alabama
- Must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents to receive this award
Blazer Scholarship
The Blazer Scholarship is a renewable scholarship based on the academic achievements of entering freshmen who are Alabama residents.
Requirements:
Requirements:
- Must be a senior in high school
- Must apply for admission by January 15 and be admitted to UAB for the upcoming summer or fall semester
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or onshore student on select visa types
- Must apply to UAB as either test-inclusive* or test optional**
- Visit uab.edu/scholarships to view the award amount and academic requirements for students admitted with a test score.
- December ACT or SAT scores taken in the senior year will be the final scores considered for automatic merit scholarship review. UAB does not consider superscores for admission or scholarship purposes.