Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Huntsville, Alabama |
| Online | uah.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Huntsville, Alabama's technology and research hub, the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) sits adjacent to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and Cummings Research Park. The suburban 505-acre campus features modern academic buildings and research facilities spread across the southeast portion of the city. Founded in 1950 as an extension center of the University of Alabama, UAH became an autonomous university in 1969 and has developed strong ties to the region's aerospace and defense industries. The university maintains particular academic strengths in engineering, computer science, and atmospheric science, with research partnerships extending to nearby government agencies and technology firms. Students can choose from multiple on-campus housing options, including traditional residence halls and suite-style apartments, while the NCAA Division II Chargers compete in the Gulf South Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UA Huntsville is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Alabama at Huntsville within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#489 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#146 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Alabama
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Alabama
#510 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Alabama
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1195/1440 |
| ACT | 25/31 |
| GPA | 3.81 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Alabama Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,416 |
| Other Fees | $1,650 |
| Room and Board | $11,122 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,462 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,770 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,416 |
| Other Fees | $1,650 |
| Room and Board | $11,122 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,462 |
| Total One Year Cost | $42,662 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 24% |
| Business | 24% |
| Health Professions | 17% |
| Biology | 6% |
| Psychology | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=100706 IPEDS survey data for University of Alabama at Huntsville.
Current students may use the University of Alabama at Huntsville GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025