UAB School of Engineering
Quick Facts
  • This academic year, almost 800 undergraduate and graduate engineering students enrolled in the UAB School of Engineering.

  • Sixty-five faculty members direct the school’s academic and research programs in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, civil and environmental engineering, materials science and engineering, and mechanical engineering.

  • In addition to the many opportunities for graduate fellowships, over one-third of undergraduate students receive financial support through scholarships and internships.

  • Since Birmingham has one of the largest concentrations of engineering and construction companies in the Southeast, students have many opportunities to participate in co-op and internship programs.

  • The School of Engineering’s Leadership Program provides students with the opportunity to develop personal and professional leadership skills. A Certificate in Leadership is awarded to students who elect to participate in this program.

  • UAB medical center programs are among the highest ranked programs in the country. Students interested in pursuing a medically related career have unique opportunities to explore clinical internships and research experiences in these programs.

  • Research programs in the UAB School of Engineering are affiliated with Southern Research Institute. Active grants and contracts currently total over $27 million.

  • As a major university located in a progressive metropolitan area, UAB offers exceptional social, cultural, recreational, and entertainment opportunities.

  • Engineering students are actively involved in student organizations. During Homecoming 2002, the School of Engineering placed third (among UAB’s twelve schools) in the campus-wide Spirit Contest. Miss UAB for 2002 is Juanita Titrud, a biomedical engineering student, and runner-up for Mr. UAB 2002 is Jeremiah Haswell, a mechanical engineering student. Engineering students at UAB are outstanding in every respect.