At The University of Alabama, private philanthropy enriches the student experience and cultivates a dynamic campus environment. Generous contributions from alumni and friends create scholarship endowments that empower students to pursue their academic dreams with confidence. Private support also enriches vital programs and initiatives, from research opportunities to experiential learning, fostering the holistic development of our students, strengthening UA's mission and inspiring a community where everyone thrives.
Each Thank a Donor Day, students, faculty and staff celebrate the generosity of UA donors and thank them for their continued support of the Capstone!
Legendary Student Support
$17.1 M Amount of private scholarship funds awarded to UA students in fiscal year 2025
38% Increase in the number of students awarded endowed scholarships (Since 2016)
37% Increase in endowed scholarship monies awarded (Since 2016)
Through donors’ support of scholarships, many University of Alabama students are afforded a great opportunity to attend the University and achieve educational goals that otherwise may not have been possible.
The Rising Tide 2.0 Capital Campaign
The Rising Tide 2.0 Capital Campaign has elevated UA’s student experience to new heights, enhanced research, furthered its excellence in athletics, and extended its service mission across the state of Alabama and beyond.
The Campaign concluded its 10-year comprehensive fundraising mission with $2.1 billion raised, making it the most successful capital campaign in state history.
Campaign contributions from UA’s donors resulted in:
1,212 New endowed scholarships
84 New faculty support endowments
800,000+ Square feet of new campus facilities constructed
Scholarships Helps Gates Overcome Family Tragedy, Finish MSW
Experiential learning, field placements and hands-on community engagement through UA’s School of Social Work have guided Aaliyah Gates’ journey into clinical practice and advocacy, supported in part by the Dean Lucinda L. Roff Endowed Scholarship.
Scholarships for study abroad round out Higgins’ UA experience
Connor Higgins’ time in the Culverhouse College of Business took him from undergraduate research to international study, with scholarships and meaningful connections helping him explore new perspectives and shape his future.
Holle Center helps Greer explore passion for community storytelling
The Holle Center for Communication Arts at UA provides Ansley Greer and other students a collaborative space for ethical storytelling, to refine narrative skills and engage communities through hands-on production and mentorship.
