Frequently Asked Questions

How can I schedule a tour?
You can schedule your tour at our website uab.edu/visit or by contacting our office at (205) 934-9098.

How will my tour reservation be confirmed?
You will receive an email and text message confirmation once your registration is complete.

Can I change the date or time of my tour?
Yes, you can call the Campus Visit Center at (205) 934-9098 to reschedule your tour.

What should I wear for my tour?
Attire for the tour is casual. Please remember, the tour is a walking tour, so wear comfortable shoes! Weather-appropriate attire is also recommended as tours take place rain or shine.

Where do I park?
Please review your parking instructions in your confirmation email. For any questions, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (205) 934-9098.

How long do tours last?
A campus tour consists of a 15 minute admissions presentation, a 30-minute Dragon Wagon Bus tour, as well as a 1 hour and 15 minute walking tour led by our student TrailBlazers. Please plan to be on campus for about 2 hours.

What happens if it is raining on my tour day?
Campus Tours still proceed during rain or shine as long as long as there is not lightning or thunder in the area. Please be sure to wear weather appropriate attire!

What does the campus tour include, what will I see?
The campus tour includes an Admissions overview presented by an Admissions Representative and a walking tour across campus that takes you to see our Campus Green, an academic building, the Hill Student Center, a freshman residence hall, and our Campus Recreation Center. In addition to the walking tour, we have a riding portion of the tour as well that takes you around the magic city of Birmingham in our tour bus, the Dragon Wagon.

Can we talk to an Admissions Counselor 1:1 on the day of?
Yes, we have an admissions representative at the Campus Visit Center to answer your questions during the presentation. If you’d like to schedule a follow-up meeting, those will be done virtually (via Zoom or phone call).

Can we meet with someone in a department in which I am interested in?
We will try our best to accommodate additional requests. You can also check our weekly interest session dates and times to add to your visit itinerary. If you have additional questions or requests for your visit, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at least 3-5 business days in advance.

When are Saturday tours offered?
Saturday tours are offered on select Saturdays throughout the year. You can see the available options at uab.edu/visit or by calling us (205) 934-9098.

How long do Saturday tours last?
A full campus tour experience lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Who gives the tour?
Tours are given by our trained student tour guides, the TrailBlazers, who are able to give insight on their experiences as a UAB student.

Can anyone come along on the tour with the student?
We’d love to host you and your guests! Due to limited capacities on our tours, we cannot guarantee space for guests who are not pre-registered. When registering, please select how many guests will be attending with the student. You may reserve up to two additional spaces with each student’s registration.

Is there a difference between a Saturday tour and a weekday tour?
Actually, yes! Our weekday tours are typically smaller groups (no larger than 25 people) and include our Dragon Wagon bus tour. We also have additional academic interest sessions offered during the week that you can add to your registration. A Saturday tour will only include an admissions presentation and walking tour.

A member of our party has a mobility restriction. What resources are available to us while visiting?
You can indicate that a member of your party has a mobility restriction by submitting an accessibility request when you register for your tour. We have an accessible route that is intended to accommodate those using wheelchairs, strollers, scooters, crutches, etc. while still showcasing our beautiful campus. We are unable to provide any medical equipment.

Will there be Wi-Fi available while I am visiting the campus?
Yes – guest Wi-Fi is available on our campus.