When you register, pay close attention to the degree program formats and the course formats. For example, some Online degree programs may include a required course that must be attended in person on UAB’s campus at a set time.
The chart below outlines the four official course formats at UAB. If you are pursuing an Online degree program, please be sure you understand how your classes will be offered.
| Course Format | In Person | Online with In-Person Requirements | 100% Online with Synchronous Requirements | 100% Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How is instruction delivered? | In Person | Online and In Person | 100% Online | 100% Online |
| What does this type of class look like? | Instruction occurs live and in person in a UAB classroom or other approved location. | Instruction occurs sometimes online and sometimes in person. | Instruction is delivered 100% online but requires attendance at some meetings at set times. | Instruction is delivered 100% online and requires no synchronous or in-person meetings. |
| Does the class require students to attend at a scheduled time? | Yes | Some of the time. | Some of the time. | No |
| Does the class require students to attend in-person meetings? | Yes | Some of the time. | No | No |
| What information do students see in the class schedule? | Class meeting time and classroom location. | Class meeting time and classroom location for in-person meetings. | Class meeting time for regular synchronous online meetings. | No class meeting time or classroom location. |
| What tuition rate do students pay to take this course? | In-state/Out-of-state tuition rates | Online tuition rate | Online tuition rate | Online tuition rate |
*Synchronous meetings are offered on a set schedule and all students in the course are expected to attend at that time.