Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Application Open and when does it close?
▪ Annually, the Achieve Scholars application cycle will open in September. Deadline for completed applications is December 15. Decisions expected in February. Cohorts will consist of up to 25 students annually.
How will I be notified if I am accepted?
▪ Each student who is selected to become a member of The Achieve Scholars Program will be notified via email to the email address that the student provides on their application.
Can I be in Achieve Scholars Program and in other programs on campus?
▪ Yes! The Achieve Scholars Program is not an exclusive program. Achieve Scholars are encouraged to participate in any other programs that they believe is beneficial to their development as a student. The Achieve Scholars Program is designed to complement, rather than compete with, any other activities that a student pursues as a University of Alabama student.
I am a member of another Honors Program, will those courses count toward my Achieve
Scholars Program Honors Electives?
▪ Yes! If you are also a member of Randall Research Scholars Program, Witt University Fellows Program, Blount, McCollough or EPIC, you may count any coursework in those program as satisfying elective requirements in The Achieve Scholars Program.
I have a question, who do I contact?
▪ For more information, please contact: Dr. Darren Surman / dsurman@ua.edu / 205-348-5551