On This Page: Academics Affordability Campus Life Wellness Huntsville The University of Alabama in Huntsville Gives You the Chance to Fit In and Stand Out Everybody has something to love about The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH). It is easy to find your place on a campus that is home to more than 89 degree programs of study, over 155 student-run organizations, 17 high-tech research centers and labs, and 15 NCAA sports. Our students enjoy small class sizes, nearly a dozen on-campus dining options, and over 490 acres of campus on which to build enduring friendships. And with graduates earning an impressive average base salary of $79,000, UAH empowers you to check off each item on your dream college wish list. Have a Program in Mind? UAH Has It. With over 94 degrees offered across nine colleges, there’s a pretty good chance UAH has a program to help you meet your professional goals after graduation. Factor in our 17 distinct research centers, laboratories, and institutes, and there is no limit to what you can learn at UAH. And thanks to a low student-to-faculty ratio, UAH gives you the opportunity to explore your interests and network to the fullest possible extent. Learn More About Academics at UAH Research With the Best UAH is synonymous with cutting-edge research. Our students conduct research alongside institutions such as NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the U.S. Army, and the Missile Defense Agency, just to name a few. Ranked as an “R1 – Very High Research Activity” by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, UAH is among America’s leading research-intensive universities. UAH Is the First Step toward a Fulfilling Career As a Charger, you will have the chance to become involved in internships and cooperative education, which allows a student to be placed in a degree-related field for multiple semesters with an employer. Both internships and co-ops help students not only fine-tune the knowledge they have gained in the classroom and research facilities, but also expand their professional networks. UAH is unique in providing students with countless opportunities to make an impact in the real world. 28,000 Jobs listed on ChargerPath Co-ops & Internships $169.5M Annual R&D Expenditures Undergraduate Research 80% Students employed after graduation Career Services The support I received from UAH’s Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering led to an internship at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), which led me to completing doctoral research at ORNL and eventually to my current career at Sparkz Inc. Focus on Education, Not Paying for It. UAH is committed to helping you find the financial aid you may need. More than two-thirds of UAH students receive some form of financial assistance. Additionally, all new students are automatically considered for academic scholarships, with no additional application required. Learn More About Financial Aid at UAH STUDENTAID.GOV STUDENTAID.GOV Scholarships Scholarships Grants Grants Military and Veterans Programs Military and Veterans Programs Campus Life More than 175 student-run organizations. An active fraternity and sorority community. Collegiate, club, and intramural athletic programs. The Student Government Association. These are only a handful of the opportunities for UAH students to build their lives outside of the classroom. UAH’s vibrant student body excels at inspiring academic achievement, fostering personal growth, embracing different cultures, and promoting student leadership and involvement. Learn More About Life on Campus Get Involved with Student Life What Our Undergrads Are Up To ALL May 19 UAH researcher wins $299K EPSCoR fellowship to advance composite materials for breakthrough ground, air, space applications May 16 UAH researchers use adhesive tape to generate electricity for low-cost, self-powered wearable biosensors and energy harvesting May 15 UAH hosts Army ROTC commissioning ceremony May 02 UAH researchers’ climate study quantifies Urban Heat Island warming effects related to population density for the first time ALL May 19 UAH researcher wins $299K EPSCoR fellowship to advance composite materials for breakthrough ground, air, space applications May 16 UAH researchers use adhesive tape to generate electricity for low-cost, self-powered wearable biosensors and energy harvesting May 15 UAH hosts Army ROTC commissioning ceremony May 02 UAH researchers’ climate study quantifies Urban Heat Island warming effects related to population density for the first time ALL May 19 UAH researcher wins $299K EPSCoR fellowship to advance composite materials for breakthrough ground, air, space applications May 16 UAH researchers use adhesive tape to generate electricity for low-cost, self-powered wearable biosensors and energy harvesting May 15 UAH hosts Army ROTC commissioning ceremony May 02 UAH researchers’ climate study quantifies Urban Heat Island warming effects related to population density for the first time Virtual Tour Visit Campus Come see for yourself all that UAH has to offer! Campus visits are available each weekday and include and informational session and a student-led tour around campus. You’ll have the opportunity to ask about the admissions process, financial aid and scholarships, student life, housing, and anything else you want to know about the UAH experience! Schedule a Visit Student Health and Wellness Is a Priority at UAH All of the resources necessary for staying physically and mentally healthy are offered at UAH, and support services are available to students with disabilities. Health and wellness is essential to academic success, and all students are encouraged to take advantage of UAH’s numerous resources. Student Health Center Counseling Center University Recreation Virtual Tour Discover Why Huntsville is Among the Best Cities to Live in the United States! Home to an active art scene, an abundance of restaurants and food trucks, and a temperate climate that lends itself to outdoor recreation, the Rocket City is so much more than a small Southern town. It is also a high-tech business hub that is home to the second-largest research park in the nation. That is why so many who come to Huntsville for college end up here for life!