For Incoming Transfer Students:

To receive an invitation to the Pre-PARE course, you must be admitted to The University of Alabama in Huntsville.

Pre-PARE to be a Charger!

Congratulations on your acceptance to The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) and welcome to the College of Engineering!

Prior to attending, but after acceptance, you should:

  1. Access your UAH email and begin to use it for all communication with UAH.
  2. Set up Multi-Factor Authentication to secure your UAH account. Instructions and support can be found on the UAH Office of Information Technology page.
  3. Complete the Pre-PARE for Engineering Canvas course. 
  4. Send all final transcripts, test scores, and AP credits for articulation. 
  5. * International Students: Submit certified academic records in the original language with a certified English translation from each institution attended.

If at any time you have questions about how to Pre-PARE for your time at UAH, you may contact engineering@uah.edu, and an academic advisor will be able to assist you.

Steps to become a UAH Engineering Transfer Student:

1. Plan your timeline

There are three (3) opportunities per year when you can begin taking classes at UAH, the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. Engineering Academic Advisors have recommended timelines for students entering at each of these terms to ensure a smooth transition.

Starting at UAH in a Fall semester

When to Apply: We suggest the October prior to your desired Fall start date. UAH has rolling admissions, but this timeline gives you adequate time to visit, prepare, and apply for competitive scholarships. 

When to Contact an Advisor: February prior to the Fall start date and after you have completed Pre-PARE for Engineering. Come prepared with all unofficial transcripts, AP credits, and/or dual enrollment. 

When to Register: View the academic calendar to determine registration dates.

Starting at UAH in a Spring semester

When to Apply: We suggest the July prior to your desired Spring start date. 

When to Contact an Advisor: September prior to the Spring start date and after you have completed Pre-PARE for Engineering. Come prepared with all unofficial transcripts, AP credits, and/or dual enrollment. 

When to Register: View the academic calendar to determine registration dates.

Starting at UAH in a Summer semester

When to Apply: We suggest applying between November and December prior to your desired Summer start date. 

When to Contact an Advisor: February prior to the Fall start date after you have completed Pre-PARE for Engineering. Come prepared with all unofficial transcripts, AP credits, and/or dual enrollment. 

When to Register: View the academic calendar to determine registration dates.

2. Accept the invitation to the “Pre-Charge for Engineering” Canvas course

You will receive an invitation to the “Pre-Charge for Engineering” Canvas course to your official UAH email address (chargerID@uah.edu). You may access this through your my.uah.edu account under OIT Services and “UAH Google Workspace.”

The online “Pre-Charge for Engineering” course is where you will learn about the classes that you will need to take during your first semester, have an opportunity to work with an advisor, and receive all the information on how to register for your classes.

3. Review and complete the “Pre-PARE for Engineering” Canvas course

In this course, you will have seven (7) modules to assist you in the process of registering for your classes.

  • Module 0 - Welcome to the Charger Engineering Family
    • General overview of what is to come.
  • Module 1 - Welcome to the College of Engineering
    • Introducing the Academic Advising Partnership and expectations.
  • Module 2 - Where Can I Find It? Campus Maps and Contacts
    • Common campus contacts and COE contacts.
  • Module 3 - Preparing to be a UAH Engineering Student
    • Understanding the engineering curriculum and transferring credits to UAH Engineering.
  • Module 4 - Registering for Class and Scheduling Tools
    • Overview of how to register for classes and utilize schedule planner.
  • Module 5 - Academic Policies, Student Handbook, and Important Dates
    • Resources for students and the academic calendar.
  • Module 6 - Academic Support and Resources
    • Tips for you to be a successful student.
  • Module 7 - Making the Most of Your Charger Experience
    • Checklist for transfer student success.

4. Enroll in classes

In Module 4 of “Pre-PARE for Engineering,” you will learn how to register for your classes.

After completing the course, you will be prepared to register as soon as registration opens!