UA Launches Innovative College Readiness Programs
UA is providing Alabama high school students new immersive, dedicated support and direction as they prepare for college.
Announcements
UA to Hold Spring 2026 Commencement May 1-3
More than 6,000 students will participate in eight ceremonies.
UA Searching for School of Leadership and Policy’s First Dean
UA has started the search for the dean of the recently established School of Leadership and Policy.
UA Suspends Normal Operations Jan. 26, 2026
Due to extreme cold temperatures and the chance for icy road conditions, UA suspends operations Monday, Jan. 26.
Graduate by Hilton to Debut in Tuscaloosa on UA Campus
The iconic Graduate by Hilton lifestyle hotel brand will soon come to Tuscaloosa with the Hotel Capstone converting into Graduate by Hilton Tuscaloosa.
UA Earns Renewal of Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement
UA is one of only 237 institutions nationwide to hold the honor.
Longtime Police Executive Named New UAPD Chief
UAPD has named former deputy chief and longtime police executive Scott Thurmond as chief.
UA Updates Admissions Review Process
The update reflects UA’s commitment to evaluating students’ full potential based on balancing academics, extracurriculars, experiences and standardized test results.
UA Begins National Search for Provost
UA has launched its national search for a new provost.
UA Reaffirmed for Accreditation Through 2035
The University of Alabama has earned reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, extending through 2035.