Fully Funded University of Alabama Presidential Scholarship 2027 in the USA

Summary

The University of Alabama Presidential Scholarship 2027 is an automatic, merit-based scholarship opportunity aimed at high-achieving international first-year undergraduate students looking to pursue their degrees in the United States. Awardees receive up to $28,000 per year (with additional tiers up to 100% tuition coverage for Presidential Elite scholars), renewable annually based on academic performance. No separate scholarship application is required; eligible applicants are automatically considered upon completing their undergraduate application for admission along with qualifying GPA and standardized test scores.

Designation

• Program Level: Undergraduate / First-Year Freshman
• Scholarship Type: Merit-Based Entrance Scholarship

Overview Table

Research Area / Study Areas

The scholarship covers more than 100 undergraduate majors and academic fields across multiple departments, including:

• STEM & Computing: Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology-related fields, Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences.
• Health & Medical Sciences: Public Health, Nursing, Health Sciences.
• Business & Economics: Business Administration, Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics.
• Social Sciences & Humanities: Psychology, Political Science, Communication, Education, Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

Location

• City/State: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
• Country: United States of America

Eligibility / Qualification Criteria

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To qualify for the University of Alabama Presidential Scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Student Status: Apply as a first-time undergraduate freshman.
• Academic GPA: Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.50.
• Standardized Testing:
  • ACT Score: 32 – 36 OR
  • SAT Score: 1420 – 1600
  • Note: Official test scores must be submitted directly from the testing agency (ACT/College Board) for automatic scholarship evaluation.
• General Admission: Fulfill all international freshman admission criteria and English language proficiency requirements.

Scholarship Description & Benefits

The Presidential Scholarship is designed to recognize outstanding academic excellence among incoming international students:

• Financial Award: $28,000 per academic year toward undergraduate tuition.
• Presidential Elite Opportunity: Up to 100% tuition coverage, a $1,500 yearly extra scholarship, and a $2,000 research or study-abroad grant for highest-tier academic performers.
• Renewable Support: Funding is renewable for up to four years, subject to maintaining satisfactory academic progress.
• Streamlined Process: No separate scholarship application needed—evaluation is automatic upon applying for undergraduate admission.

How to Apply

1. Choose a Program: Browse and select an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alabama.
2. Submit Application: Create an account and submit your admission application via the UA Undergraduate Application Portal or the Common App.
3. Upload Academic Records: Fill in your personal information and upload official high school transcripts and relevant academic documentation.
4. Send Standardized Test Scores: Send official SAT or ACT scores directly to UA from the testing agency to trigger automatic scholarship evaluation.
5. English Proficiency: Provide official English language proficiency test scores (if applicable).
6. Submit Early: Ensure the admission application and all required documents are submitted before the institutional priority deadline.

Last Date for Apply

• Application Deadline: December 15, 2026