The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a fully accredited research university and academic health center nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham with an annual enrollment of more than 18,000 students. In a short time, UAB has established outstanding degree programs through eight undergraduate schools of study and graduate programs serving all major units. As the University has grown, so have its contributions to the state, the nation, and the world. Regarding federal research and development funding, UAB ranks twenty-sixth nationally and first in the state of Alabama, receiving more funding than all Alabama universities combined. Undergraduate students thrive at UAB because of our location, research, and diversity!