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University of Alabama at Birmingham
(UAB)
Part of University of Alabama System
About
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a public research university in Birmingham, Alabama, United States. Founded in 1969 and part of the University of Alabama System, UAB has grown to be the state's largest employer, with more than 27,302 faculty and staff and over 53,000 jobs at the university. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity...
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a public research university in Birmingham, Alabama, United States. Founded in 1969 and part of the University of Alabama System, UAB has grown to be the state's largest employer, with more than 27,302 faculty and staff and over 53,000 jobs at the university. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity".
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 200 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 36 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 18,698
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 17.3 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 6%
- Female : Male
- 63 : 37
- Staff
- 2,049
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
19 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgery | =32 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =49 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Oncology | 69 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Endocrinology and Metabolism | 70 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Immunology | 79 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Infectious Diseases | 85 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Cardiac and Cardiovascular Systems | =102 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | =130 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | 131 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Microbiology | =135 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Cell Biology | =160 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Gastroenterology and Hepatology | 173 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Molecular Biology and Genetics | =194 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging | 205 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =277 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =336 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =405 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 446 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,115 | 65.8 | 2026 |
ARWU
15 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Medicine | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Dentistry | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Nursing | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Sociology | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Biotechnology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Medical Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-300 | - | 2020 |
| Education & Training | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Psychology | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
QS
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | =168 | 64.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | =248 | 66.1 | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Alabama at Birmingham?
University of Alabama at Birmingham's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 951-1000, THE Rank 169, ARWU Rank 301-400, US News Rank =170.
When was University of Alabama at Birmingham founded?
University of Alabama at Birmingham was founded in 1969.
What are the top subjects at University of Alabama at Birmingham?
Top subjects at University of Alabama at Birmingham include: Surgery, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Medicine, Public Health, Dentistry.
Where is University of Alabama at Birmingham located?
University of Alabama at Birmingham is located in Birmingham, United States.