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Birmingham Southern College

Birmingham, United States of America

Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) is a private college located in Birmingham, Alabama, in the United States. Birmingham-Southern College was formed by the merger of Southern University, founded in Greensboro, Alabama, in 1856, and Birmingham College, founded in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1898. On May 30, 1918, these two institutions merged.
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Everything You Need to Know About Application Requirements at Birmingham Southern College

1. General Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree: Equivalent to a U.S. 4-year degree in a related field.

Minimum GPA: 3.0/4.0 (varies by program).

Transcripts: Official copies (translated to English if necessary).

2. English Language Proficiency

TOEFL iBT: 90+ (or IELTS 7.0+, Duolingo 120+).

Exemptions: Applicants from English-speaking countries or graduates of English-medium institutions.

3. Standardized Tests (Program-Specific)

GRE/GMAT: Required for some programs (e.g., Master of Public and Private Management). Competitive scores:

GRE: 300+ (combined verbal + quantitative).

GMAT: 550+.

Test Waivers: Available for strong academic/professional backgrounds.

4. Program-Specific Requirements

Master of Public and Private Management (MPPM)

Resume/CV: Highlighting leadership experience.

2 Letters of Recommendation: Professional or academic.

Statement of Purpose: 500–1,000 words outlining career goals.

Interview: Required for shortlisted candidates.

Requirements may vary for each program. Please visit the program page for specific requirements.

Birmingham Southern College Application Statistics

Acceptance Rate
48 %
Tuition Fees
$ 16990
Living Cost
$ 19000
Other Fees
$ 1250
Avg. GPA
2.9
Avg. IB
30
Avg. Percentage
75 %
Avg. SAT
1185
Avg. ACT
26
Avg. IELTS
6.5

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