University of Alabama in Huntsville

UAH Overview

University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is a four-year, public school located in Huntsville, AL. University of Alabama in Huntsville was newly reclassified as an R2 University from a R1 Universities in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.

The UAH's tuition & fees is $12,132 for Alabama residents and $26,408 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 70% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,206.

The school has a total enrollment of 8,564 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

UAH's acceptance rate is 68.57% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 23.17%. The median SAT score is 1310 and the ACT score is 28.

UAH ranked 210th in National Universities and 10th in Alabama Colleges rankings. University of Alabama in Huntsville is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

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2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Alabama in Huntsville is $12,132 for in-state students and $26,408 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,388 for in-state students and $28,270 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,391 for Alabama residents and $28,154 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,132 for Alabama residents and $31,361 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$12,132$26,408
Graduate$12,388$28,270
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$12,391$28,154
Graduate$13,132$31,361

The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »68.57% Acceptance Rate / 23.17% Yield
Test Scores »1,310 SAT / 28 ACT
Graduation Rate »64%
Transfer-out Rate19%
Retention Rate84%(full-time), 43% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »8,564 (6,800 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$9,206

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Alabama in Huntsville offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at UAH
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of Alabama in Huntsville Directory Information

Address301 Sparkman Dr, Huntsville, AL 35899
Phone256-824-6120
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryNew R2 University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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