Congratulations on your admission to the University of Alabama at Birmingham!
Priority Enrollment Steps for Incoming 2021 Freshmen
Step 1. Activate BlazerID
When you become a Blazer, you become a Blazer for life. That can never change. Neither can your BlazerID, so think carefully before you make your choice. Once you’re ready, track down your student number (in your admission letter and follow-up email), and then use it to activate your BlazerID.
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205-934-8221
Step 2. Pay the Freshman Enrollment Deposit
Pay your $200 Freshman Enrollment Deposit. The first $150 will cover your orientation fee, which pays for you and a parent or other adult to attend our New Student Orientation, as well as other enrollment fees. The remaining $50 goes into your student account balance to give you a head start.
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Step 3. Reserve a Spot for Orientation
As an incoming freshman, you’re required to attend our New Student Orientation. But it’s no chore. In fact, we think you’ll quite enjoy it. You’ll register for classes, get your ONE Card (UAB ID), learn about support services, meet other future Blazers, and do much more.
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205-975-7999
Step 4. Apply for Housing
Another freshman requirement is that you spend your first academic year in an on-campus residence hall. Which means you’ll live in the heart of, well, everything. Freshman housing is a short walk from the Commons on the Green dining hall, Hill Student Center, campus libraries, and classroom buildings. Complete your housing application now.
This requirement applies to all first-time freshmen who graduated from high school in the same year as, or the year prior to, their first semester at UAB.
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Additional Steps
Apply for Financial Aid
All it takes is just one form. But you need to fill it out as soon as possible. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. The application for the 2021-2022 academic year will ask for 2019 income data. Use Code 001052 to send your application to UAB.
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