UAB is proud to welcome exchange students from the following partner universities:

• University of Hull (England)
• University of Nottingham (England)
• University of Stirling (Scotland)
• University of Dundee (Scotland)
• University of Western Australia
• University of New South Wales (Australia)
• Nihon University (Japan)
• Hochschule Esslingen (Germany)
• Universidad de Jaén (Spain)
• KEDGE Business School (France)

Students from these universities can study full time on the UAB campus for one or two semesters and accumulate credit towards their degree.  UAB’s ISSS Office will issue a DS-2019 form needed to obtain a J-1 exchange visitor visa at a US Embassy or Consulate and assist exchange students with course registration, on campus accommodation, as well as provide an orientation upon arrival.  If you are a student from one of the above partner institutions and interested in studying in Birmingham, follow the steps below to become a Blazer:

First, inquire about studying abroad as an exchange student at your home campus.  Begin by asking your education abroad or student exchange office their requirements to earn an exchange student nomination. Spaces are limited, so your home campus will need to nominate you as an exchange student.

Second, have your home campus education abroad or student exchange office recommend you as exchange student by submitting a nomination form to the UAB Office of Education Abroad.

Third, apply to UAB.  Complete the UAB transient student application here.  (A "transient student" is someone attending UAB for just a semester or two, such as an exchange student, rather than being a degree-seeking student). You will be asked to submit the following documents:

• Letter of good standing from your home university
• Scan of your passport photo page
• Proof of English language proficiency (not applicable for UK and Australian students)
• Proof of funding with signed affidavit of support form
• Transcripts from current and all previous universities you've attended

Finally, check your email for instructions from International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) on how to select courses, apply for housing, plan your arrival, orientation details, and other important information.  Additional pre-arrival information for incoming students can be found on the International Student and Scholar webpage.