Enhancing Access to Science: Eligible Courses under the Affordable Science Initiative for 2023/2024

The Affordable Science initiative builds upon the efforts to streamline each College of Science degree. In line with academically-rigorous degrees offered nationwide, all COS degrees now require 120 credit hours, down from the previous requirement of 128 hours.

 

The College of Science (COS) at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is committed to providing affordable learning materials to its students. The Affordable Science initiative was established in response to the rising costs of textbooks in higher education. This initiative aims to recognize and support faculty members who actively contribute to reducing the cost of course materials.

Faculty members who have successfully managed to keep the cost of their course materials at $10 or less per course credit hour are eligible to display the Affordable Science badge on their syllabus, Canvas course site, or any other preferred location.

The COS takes pride in celebrating the courses that meet the Affordable Science criteria for the academic year 2023-2024.

These courses exemplify the college's commitment to affordable education and acknowledge the hard work of faculty members in minimizing the financial burden on students: