Chances of getting into University of Alabama at Huntsville
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into UA Huntsville and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at UA Huntsville is 74%. It ranks #12 in Alabama for lowest rate of acceptance. UA Huntsville is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 4,259 out of 5,781 applicants were admitted.
The school has very high admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 28 percent (SAT 1170/1420 ACT 24/31). University of Alabama at Huntsville typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.81. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The UA Huntsville application fee is $30 and applications are due by May 22.
Admission Requirements in Brief
To have the best chance of getting into to University of Alabama at Huntsville you should:
- Have a high school GPA of 3.81 or better
- Earn A- grades in high school
- Score 1300 on the SAT
- Score 27 on the ACT
- Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. University of Alabama at Huntsville is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
UA Huntsville SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 580 |
| SAT Math 25th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1170 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 700 |
| SAT Math 75th | 720 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1420 |
| Average SAT Score | 1300
|
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of Alabama at Huntsville?
Students who get into University of Alabama at Huntsville score in the top 29 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1170-1420. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 1170 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1040. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1300 out of 1600. UA Huntsville ranks #1 in Alabama and #160 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score. 5 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
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UA Huntsville ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 24 |
| ACT Math 25th | 23 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 24 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 32 |
| ACT Math 75th | 29 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 31 |
| Average ACT Score | 27
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into UA Huntsville?
UA Huntsville regularly accepts students who score 24 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 27 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 24-31. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 20 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 28 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 31 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #2 in Alabama and #217 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 92 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Alabama at Huntsville.
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UA Huntsville GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into University of Alabama at Huntsville?
Applicants require exceptionally good grades to get into UA Huntsville. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of Alabama at Huntsville was 3.81 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #4 in Alabama for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as UA Huntsville accepts 74% of students who apply.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022
High School Class Rank
59% of University of Alabama at Huntsville freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 34% |
| Top 25% of class | 59% |
| Top 50% of class | 87% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,931 | 2,850 | 5,781 |
| Accepted | 1,958 | 2,301 | 4,259 |
| Acceptance Rate | 67% | 81% | 74% |
| Enrolled | 426 | 778 | 1,204 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 22% | 34% | 28% |
Fall 2023 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Days left to Apply
The application deadline for Fall 2023 has passed. Applications were due on May 22, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Alabama at Huntsville is $30.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Alabama at Huntsville and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Neither required nor recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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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.
FAQs
Does University of Alabama at Huntsville prefer SAT or ACT?
5% of students submit their SAT scores to UA Huntsville. 92% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Alabama at Huntsville?
74% of those who apply are granted admission to UA Huntsville. Admission competition is low and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of Alabama at Huntsville?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1170 and 1420. 5% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of Alabama at Huntsville?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 24 and 31. 92% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.