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University of Alabama, Birmingham Football

University of Alabama, Birmingham (UAB) · Birmingham, Alabama · Public university

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NCAA IAmerican Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate88%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate64%finish within six years
Undergraduates20,905Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty18 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Alabama, Birmingham Football coaches

Coaches at University of Alabama, Birmingham who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Alex MortensenHead Coach
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Lyle HenleyAssistant Head Coach - Director of Sports Performance
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Rip SchererConsultant to Head Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where University of Alabama, Birmingham competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
American Athletic Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
uabsports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1210–1450
ACTMiddle 50%: 23–30

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Popular majors

AccountingAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBioengineering and Biomedical EngineeringBioinformaticsBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
18 : 1
Graduation rate
64% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Alabama residents$9,048
Out-of-state tuition$22,512
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,997
Campus

Where it is

University of Alabama, Birmingham in Birmingham.

Location
Birmingham, Alabama
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
uab.edu
Overview

About University of Alabama, Birmingham Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Alex Mortensen, the Head Coach, leads the University of Alabama, Birmingham Football staff of 35 coaches, verified September 2026. University of Alabama, Birmingham (UAB) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the American Athletic Conference. University of Alabama, Birmingham is a large public school in Birmingham, Alabama with 20,905 undergraduates, a 88% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,997 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Alabama, Birmingham Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Alex Mortensen, the Head Coach and Lyle Henley, the Assistant Head Coach - Director of Sports Performance. University of Alabama, Birmingham has 35 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Alex can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Alabama, Birmingham typically score 1210–1450 on the SAT and 23–30 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Alabama, Birmingham staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

University of Alabama, Birmingham Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of Alabama, Birmingham D1?

Yes. University of Alabama, Birmingham competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the American Athletic Conference.

Is University of Alabama, Birmingham public or private?

University of Alabama, Birmingham is a public school in Birmingham, Alabama.

What conference is University of Alabama, Birmingham Football in?

The American Athletic Conference.

Does University of Alabama, Birmingham offer athletic scholarships for Football?

University of Alabama, Birmingham competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does University of Alabama, Birmingham Football have?

35 coaches, led by Alex Mortensen, the Head Coach.

How much does University of Alabama, Birmingham cost?

In-state tuition is $9,048 and out-of-state tuition is $22,512 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,997.

What is the University of Alabama, Birmingham acceptance rate?

88% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Alabama, Birmingham?

Admitted students typically score 1210–1450 on the SAT and 23–30 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Alabama, Birmingham Football coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026