UAB's urban campus sits in the heart of Birmingham, with all first-year students required to live on campus in one of three dedicated freshman halls: Blazer, Gold, and McMahon.
Enrollment
20,900
Total Students
Freshman Class
—
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 19 - August 23, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
88%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Check your UAB email for your specific designated move-in date and time. Completion of an online housing training module is required before check-in. All first-time freshmen are required to live on campus for the entire academic year, with an exemption process available for extenuating circumstances.
August 19 - August 23, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
Blazer Hall
Suite-style · Coed
First-year only- Photo coming soon
Gold Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only - Photo coming soon
McMahon Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only
Housing Links
Links open University of Alabama at Birmingham's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required, sessions May-August)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
May 8 - August 19, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$13,580
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
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