PublicUrbanUniversity of Alabama in Huntsville
UAH University of Alabama Huntsville
Huntsville, Alabama 35899
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for engineering
University of Alabama in Huntsville is a public institution in Huntsville with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1321, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 6.7K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,767 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,880.
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History & Fun Facts
- •Beginning in January 1950 as an extension of the University of Alabama and known as the University of Alabama Huntsville Center, classes were first taught at West Huntsville High School.
- •This institute was built off of US 72, shortly thereafter renamed University Drive.
- •He returned to faculty status in 1979 and retired in 1989.
- •The first degree awarded for work completed entirely on the UAH campus was awarded to Julian Palmore in 1964.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1321
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
66.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$13,905
Programs (119)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
81%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
50
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AL state average + city premium