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The University of Alabama in Huntsville

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Overview

Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Huntsville (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Alabama. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 55-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UAH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Control Typepublic

Entity

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The University of Alabama in Huntsville' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UAH
Founded 1969 Origins date back to 1950
Colours Blue and white
Mascot Charger Blue
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University Location

Address 301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville
35899 Alabama
United States
The University of Alabama in Huntsville's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
The University of Alabama in Huntsville Phone Number +1 (256) 824 1000
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The University of Alabama in Huntsville's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at The University of Alabama in Huntsville.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic The University of Alabama in Huntsville's admission information.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has The University of Alabama in Huntsville a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Admission Office Admission Office

301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville 35899
(256) 824 2773
800 824 2255

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The University of Alabama in Huntsville.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

The University of Alabama in Huntsville has an enrollment range of 9,000-9,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Control Type Control Type

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a public higher education institution.


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Entity Type Entity Type

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a non-profit higher education institution.


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

The University of Alabama in Huntsville does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: STEM-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of Alabama in Huntsville's main facilities:


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Library

University of Alabama in Huntsville's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 205,393 physical volumes, 14,492 physical media, 82,090 digital/electronic media and 239 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 32 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. University of Alabama in Huntsville's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of Alabama in Huntsville provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,200 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

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The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


The University of Alabama in Huntsville's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1970


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of Alabama in Huntsville's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Alabama State Board of Education
  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of Alabama in Huntsville's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University of Alabama System
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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