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University of Alabama in Huntsville

University of Alabama in Huntsville

Huntsville, AL · City · 6,591 students
4
Year
Public
City
Medium (3k–10k)
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is best known for its deep ties to the aerospace, defense, and technology industries, uniquely situated within Cummings Research Park and adjacent to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. The university excels in STEM fields, boasting nationally recognized programs in aerospace engineering, atmospheric science, cybersecurity, and computer science, alongside a highly regarded nursing program. Student life is focused on innovation and career preparation, with undergraduates benefiting from exceptional research funding and direct access to internships with federal agencies and Fortune 500 defense contractors. This practical, industry-integrated learning environment makes UAH an ideal choice for ambitious students seeking early, hands-on experience in cutting-edge scientific and engineering careers.


Wikipedia:The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a public research university in Huntsville, Alabama, United States. It is part of the University of Alabama System and is classified among "R2: High Research Spending and Doctorate Production".

Location
Huntsville, AL, 35899 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
BNA · Nashville
97 mi away
Cost
In-state COA
$27,392
Out-of-state COA
$41,668
Avg net price
$18,796
Room & board
$12,428
In-state tuition
$12,132
Out-of-state tuition
$26,408
Books & supplies
$2,662/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$16,192
$30–48k
$16,532
$48–75k
$18,210
$75–110k
$20,777
$110k+
$21,501
Admissions
Admit rate
69%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1319
Reading 600690
Math 610720
ACT midpoint
28
Composite 2431
English 2433
Math 2330
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

University of Alabama in Huntsville accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
63%
4-yr on-time completion
42%
1st-yr retention
84%
Transfer-out rate
20%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
63%
Transferred
24%
Still enrolled
1%
Dropped out / unknown
12%
Median earnings (6yr)
$55,610
Median earnings (10yr)
$61,767
Median debt
$20,705
Monthly loan payment
$220
Debt range (25th–75th)
$5,500$26,750
Debt (90th percentile)
$36,250
Student Body
Men 61%Women 39%
17
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
25%
First-generation
31%
Median family income
$44,787
Independent students
25%
Avg age at entry
22.0
Part-time students
14%
Race & ethnicity
White
68%
Hispanic
8%
Black
9%
Asian
4%
Two or more
5%
Non-resident
1%
AI/AN
1%
Unknown
3%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$55,610
10 years after entry
$61,767
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing176
Computer and Information Sciences, General168
Mechanical Engineering127
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering124
Business Administration, Management and Operations88
Biology, General87
Computer Engineering79
Management Information Systems and Services67
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering60
Psychology, General50
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness47
Fine and Studio Arts47
Industrial Engineering45
Marketing42
Physics38
Chemical Engineering35
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Institutional
Endowment
$114M
Classification
R1: Very High Research
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, more selective admissions
Full-time faculty
66%
Avg faculty salary
$10,639/mo
Instructional spend/student
$9,877
Federal loan rate
33%

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