University of Alabama Presidential Scholarship 2027 in USA | Fully Funded

Overview

The University of Alabama Presidential Scholarship is a merit-based award designed for international first-year undergraduate students. Administered by the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, the program provides substantial financial support for study across a broad spectrum of majors without requiring a separate scholarship application.

Benefits

• $28,000 scholarship per year in renewable financial support
• Up to 100% tuition coverage for qualifying Presidential Elite recipients
• $1,500 yearly extra scholarship allocation
• $2,000 research or study-abroad grant

Eligibility

• Must apply as a first-time undergraduate freshman
• Required minimum 3.50 GPA
• Required ACT score between 32 and 36, or SAT score between 1420 and 1600, for the Presidential award
• Must submit official test scores directly from the testing agency for automatic consideration
• Must meet the university's international admission and English language standards

How to Apply

Consideration for the scholarship is automatic upon completing the undergraduate admission process. Follow these steps to apply:

1. Select your undergraduate program at the University of Alabama.
2. Create an application via the UA Undergraduate App or the Common App.
3. Fill out personal and academic information and upload necessary documents.
4. Submit official SAT or ACT scores directly for scholarship consideration.
5. Provide proof of English proficiency if applicable.
6. Complete and submit your application prior to the deadline.

Deadline

The application deadline is 15 December 2026.