All applications to the B.S. in Disability Studies and Rehabilitation Science program are completed through the UAB undergraduate admissions process.
Submission of ACT or SAT test scores for admissions or scholarship consideration is optional for applicants through fall 2024 (click here to read more).
Application Deadlines
Fall Entry
June 1
Spring Entry
November 1
Summer Entry
May 15
Requirements
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Declare RHB your Major
- Complete the UAB undergraduate application form.
- Submit the application fee and all required supporting documentation to UAB Undergraduate Admissions. Visit www.uab.edu/apply for details.
- If you are enrolled at UAB in another major, complete the Change of School/Major Request using the online form on BlazerNET.
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Program Requirements for Entering Freshmen
- Submission of ACT or SAT test scores for admissions or scholarship consideration is optional for applicants through fall 2024 (click here to read more).
- Overall GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Must place in or earned credit for college-level English Composition (EH 101) or higher and Pre-Calculus Algebra (MA 105) or higher.
- Must meet all UAB undergraduate admissions requirements.
- If accepted, complete the UAB medical history questionnaire and physical, provide proof of required immunizations, and receive satisfactory screening by the UAB Medical Center Student Health Service.
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Program Admissions for Transfer Students and UAB Students
- Must meet all UAB undergraduate admission and academic requirements.
- If accepted, complete the UAB medical history questionnaire and physical, provide proof of required immunizations, and receive satisfactory screening by the UAB Medical Center Student Health Service.
- Must hold a 2.75 or higher Overall GPA on a 4.0 scale (currently enrolled students and former UAB students only).
- If accepted, completion of a background check / drug screen module will be required at admission. A background check and drug screening will be required prior to any internship or lab placement.
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RHB GPA Requirements
- A minimum 2.75 Overall UAB GPA and a 2.75 Overall RHB GPA must be maintained to remain enrolled in the program.