Many countries and institutions worldwide have been delivering solutions to improve the intellectual and social condition of the people in a state through quality programs of teaching, research, and service. This is done in many ways, one of which is by providing financial aid in the form of scholarships to students who have demonstrated that they are deserving of such assistance. A good example is the University of Alabama. It is the state’s oldest public university.
Scholarships based on academic achievement are available to first-year students at the University of Alabama and are awarded by the admissions office, the National Alumni Association and the various colleges and institutions depending on the level of academic success and merit that the applicants have demonstrated.
Incoming freshmen and transfer students are required to submit an admissions application packet in addition to a scholarship application through the MyBama portal to be evaluated for any academically-based scholarships that are available at the University of Alabama.
After students have provided all of this information, their applications will be taken into further consideration for other particular institutions and colleges/programs where further options for merit-based scholarships may be available at UA.
Types of University of Alabama Scholarships
Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s look at the different kinds of financial aid available at this university. We shall classify these individuals as either residents of the state, non-residents of the state, permanent residents, or international students.
In-State Scholarships (US Citizens/Permanent Residents)
The following scholarships are available to in-state students. Please keep in mind that while in-state students pay in-state tuition, the scholarship amount is smaller than out-of-state students.
These scholarships are automatically awarded if you achieve the required scores and GPA.
• Full tuition, one year of on-campus residence, $1,000 per year stipend, $2,000 stipend for summer research or international study, $500 per yearbook scholarship) Presidential Elite Scholar
• Presidential (Full Tuition) – 3.5+ GPA, ACT 30+/SAT 1360+ • Presidential (Full Tuition) – 4.0 GPA, ACT 36/SAT 1600
• Foundation in Excellence ($8,000) – 3.5 or above GPA, ACT 29/SAT 1330–1350
• Foundation in Excellence ($8,000) – 3.0 – 3.49 GPA, ACT 30+/ SAT 1360+
• Collegiate ($7,000) – 3.5+ GPA, ACT 28/SAT 1300-1320
• Collegiate ($7,000) – 3.0 – 3.49 GPA, ACT 29/SAT 1330-1350
• Capstone ($6,000) – 3.5+ GPA, ACT 27/SAT 1260 – 1290
• Capstone ($6,000) – 3.0 – 3.49 GPA, ACT 28/ SAT 1300 – 1320
• UA Legends ($5,000) – 3.5+ GPA, ACT 26/SAT 1230-1250
• UA Legends ($5,000) – 3.0 – 3.49 GPA, ACT 27/SAT 1260-1290
• Crimson Acheivement ($4,000) – 3.5+ GPA, ACT 25/SAT 1200 – 1220
• Crimson Acheivement ($4,000) – 3.0 – 3.49 GPA, ACT 26/SAT 1230 – 1250
• UA Recognition ($3,000) – 3.5+ GPA, ACT 21-24/SAT 1060-1190
• UA Recognition ($3,000) – 3.0 – 3.49 GPA, ACT 25/SAT 1200-1220
Out-of-State Scholarships (US Citizens/Permanent Residents)
These are the scholarships that are available to students from other states. Please be aware that tuition for students attending from out of state is higher, which is why the scholarship amount is greater for students attending from out of state.
This scholarship will be awarded to you automatically if you have a GPA and SAT/ACT score that fulfil the standards.
• Presidential Elite Scholars (Full Tuition, One Year of On-Campus Housing, $1,000 a Year Stipend, $2,000 Stipend for Summer Research or International Study, $500 a Yearbook Scholarship) – 4.0 GPA, ACT 36/SAT 1600 Minimum Requirements: Full Tuition, One Year of On-Campus Housing, $1,000 a Year Stipend, $2,000 Stipend for Summer Research or International Study
• Presidential ($26,000) – 3.5+ GPA, ACT 32+/SAT 1420+
• UA Scholar ($20,000): 3.50 or higher GPA, ACT score between 30 and 31, SAT score between 1360 and 1410
• Foundation in Excellence Scholarship ($15,000): Grade point average of 3.5 or above; ACT or SAT scores between 1330 and 1350.
• Foundation in Excellence Scholarship ($15,000): GPA between 3.0 and 3.49, ACT score of 30 or higher, or SAT score of 1360 or higher.
• Collegiate ($10,000) – 3.5+ GPA, ACT 28/SAT 1300-1320
• Capstone ($8,000): Grade point average of 3.5 or higher; ACT 27 or SAT scores between 1260 and 1290; • Capstone ($8,000): Grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49; ACT 28 or SAT scores between 1300 and 1320
International Student Scholarships
At the University of Alabama, scholarships for out-of-state students and scholarships for international students are basically the same.
The only difference is that international students cannot apply for the Presidential Elite Scholars program.
National Merit Finalist Scholarships
This scholarship is for those students who are US Citizen/Permanent Residents, have taken the PSAT, and were chosen as national merit finalists. The benefits include:
• Full Tuition for up to five years (Can be used for undergraduate and graduate studies)
• Four years of Housing
• $3,500 stipend per year
• Allowance of $2,000 for summer research or study abroad
• $500 per yearbook stipend
Academic Elite Scholarships
This award is open to all students (US citizens and international students) who have obtained an ACT 32 or SAT 1420 or higher score.
To be considered, you must also complete the University Fellows Experience application. The scholarship covers complete tuition, lodging and boarding for one year and a yearly stipend.
How to apply for the University of Alabama scholarship
The application process for scholarships differs depending on whether you are a first-year student, a transfer, or a current student.
To be considered for the Alabama Merit Scholarships offered by the University of Alabama, applications must be submitted before the deadline.
If you are interested in applying for scholarships that are awarded automatically, there is no need to submit a separate application.
However, you will need to fill out the application form to be considered for competitive scholarships; therefore, all that is required of the vast majority of applicants for scholarships at the University of Alabama is to fill out the application form.
Conclusion
Additional scholarships are available through the University of Alabama’s specific schools, colleges, and departments. Alumni Scholarships, Arts and Sciences Scholarships, Commerce and Business – Culverhouse Undergraduate Scholarships, Communication and Information Sciences Scholarships, Continuing Studies Scholarships, College of Education Undergraduate Scholarships, Engineering Undergraduate Scholarships, Honors College, Human Environmental Sciences, Nursing Scholarships, and Social Work Scholarships are among them.
However, it is advised that applicants apply to UA early to gain access to and complete the online portal scholarship application. They can apply for UA competitive alumni scholarships, academic elite scholarships, in-state merit scholarships, and out-of-state merit scholarships, which are normally renewable for eight consecutive semesters as long as students meet the academic and enrollment eligibility standards.
Each merit scholarship may have its own set of eligibility and qualification requirements to be considered for the grant.