University of Alabama Birmingham

University of Alabama Birmingham ranks #349 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 89.65 out of 100. It ranks #98 nationally.

| Global Rank 349 | Overall Score 89.65 |
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Top Country #98

Top North America #117

Top World #349

University of Alabama Birmingham Global Elite University 4 Stars

About University of Alabama Birmingham

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The University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB) is a leading urban research university located in Birmingham, Alabama. The university's commitment to community service and public health enhances its role within the region. UAB offers a diverse range of academic programs, fostering a collaborative environment for students to excel. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, UAB is recognized for its contributions to education and research in health and beyond. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Alabama Birmingham Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
89.65
Global Rank
#349
Regional Rank
#117
Country Rank
#98

University of Alabama Birmingham Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Alabama Birmingham’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

90.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

91.2 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

88.9 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

85.4 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

87.5 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

88.7 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

89.3 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

86.2 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

88 / 100

Institutional Awards

83 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

85.3 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

84.7 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

88.8 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

89 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

91.8 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

90.1 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

87.3 / 100

Quality of Employment

89.5 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

87.6 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

88.4 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

88.1 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

86.9 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

87.4 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

85.7 / 100

International Student Support

87.2 / 100

International Students & Faculty

86.7 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

86.5 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

86.8 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

88.7 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

89.2 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

87.9 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

90.5 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

89 / 100

Research Output & Scale

89.9 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

88.4 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

87.4 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

89.4 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

88.3 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

88.6 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

90 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

88.8 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

89.3 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

88.7 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

89.5 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

88.9 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

89.1 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

89.7 / 100

Student Support Services

89 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

88.9 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

88.5 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

88.6 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

88.3 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

88.4 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

89 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

88.7 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

88.8 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

89.2 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

88.6 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

89.1 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

88.9 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

89.2 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

89.4 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

88.7 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

89 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

89.3 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

89.1 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

89.6 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

88.8 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

89 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

89.3 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

90 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

89.5 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

89.4 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

89.1 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

89.7 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

89.6 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

89.3 / 100

University of Alabama Birmingham Historical Rankings

Explore University of Alabama Birmingham's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for University of Alabama Birmingham

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #280
1981 NA #279
1982 NA #281
1983 NA #290
1984 NA #288
1985 NA #297
1986 NA #263
1987 NA #263
1988 NA #269
1989 NA #263
1990 NA #275
1991 NA #263
1992 NA #263
1993 NA #304
1994 NA #263
1995 NA #263
1996 NA #263
1997 NA #271
1998 NA #263
1999 NA #263
2000 NA #293
2001 NA #295
2002 NA #289
2003 NA #286
2004 NA #281
2005 NA #283
2006 NA #275
2007 NA #277
2008 NA #269
2009 NA #271
2010 NA #263
2011 NA #265
2012 NA #267
2013 NA #262
2014 NA #269
2015 NA #254
2016 NA #271
2017 NA #271
2018 NA #271
2019 NA #163
2020 NA #162
2021 NA #173
2022 NA #163
2023 90 #266
2024 89.58 #266
2025 88.21 #277
2026 88.21 #277
2027 89.65 #349

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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