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University of Alabama in Huntsville, also called UA Huntsville or UAH, is a coeducational, public university situated in Huntsville, Alabama, United States. It was established in 1969. UA Huntsville is well-known for its science and engineering programs, especially its programs in atmospheric science and astrophysics.
The university offers enrollment to more than 7,000 students. UA Huntsville offers doctoral, master, and baccalaureate degree programs through its five colleges:
UA Huntsville’s mascot is the Chargers. The university is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The athletics department fields ice hockey, basketball, volleyball, softball, baseball, track & field, and tennis teams. Renowned alumni of UA Huntsville are Jan Davis, astronaut; John S. Hendricks, founder of Discovery Communications; and Jim Hudson, founder of Hudson-Alpha Institute for Biotechnology.
Students attend UA Hunstville in Huntsville, AL, a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. UA Hunstville degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
The school is known for its programs in science, mathematics, engineering, and computer science and engineering.
UA Hunstville is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 480. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 500 and 630.
UA Hunstville has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 7,264 students at UA Hunstville (as of 2007-2008).
The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Gulf South Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an autonomous campus of The University of Alabama System dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service. UAH is a key participant in one of the nation's major international centers for advanced technological research and utilizes its position in this environment to provide unique opportunities and creative programs for students, faculty and the community. UAH is committed to maintaining a diverse academic community of the highest quality, and to providing an environment that facilitates intellectual, cultural, personal, and professional growth. UAH fosters leadership, creative and critical thinking, clear communication, a respect for knowledge and the pursuit of truth, and an engagement in the challenge and pleasure of a lifetime of learning. UAH, through its graduates and its programs, contributes to economic advancement, health care, cultural enrichment, and the quality of life of the region, state and nation."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Alabama In Huntsville
301 Sparkman Dr
Huntsville, AL 35899
General Phone: (256) 824-6120
http://www.uah.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 322 | engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, industrial engineering, chemical engineering, various engineering courses |
| Business and Management | 275 | business management, accounting, MIS, marketing, finance, human resources |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 202 | registered nursing, various nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 145 | English, speech and rhetoric, history, foreign language and literature, interdisciplinary studies, political science, technical and business writing, sociology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 106 | computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Science | 101 | biology, physics, chemistry, atmospheric sciences, biotechnology |
| Art Studies | 30 | art studies |
| Education and Teaching | 29 | elementary school teaching, ESL instruction |
| Therapy and Counseling | 26 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 18 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Religion and Philosophy | 11 | philosophy |
| Music | 8 | music |
| Family and Social Work | 5 | public administration |
Number of programs and degrees for UA Hunstville in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 889 | 29 |
| Master's degree | 322 | 18 |
| Doctor's degree | 37 | 12 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 29 | 7 |
| Post-master's certificate | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, UA Hunstville had a total enrollment of 7,264 students (5,837 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 55% |
| Women | 45% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 78% |
| Graduate | 22% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 84% |
| Tennessee | 5% |
| State unknown | 3% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
| Part-Time | 58 % |
UA Hunstville offers campus housing for 1,215 of its 5,837 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Huntsville, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,874 | 1,671 | 89% | 796 | 48% |
| Men | 948 | 860 | 91% | 434 | 50% |
| Women | 926 | 811 | 88% | 362 | 45% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 630 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 24% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 91% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,952 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,092 |
| Room and board | $ 6,576 |
| Room charge | $ 4,290 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,950 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,042 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,306 |
Financial Aid:
UA Hunstville participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 105500)
UA Hunstville has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 115 | 34 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 49 | 26 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 33 | 56 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 16 | $128,760 | 4 | $113,821 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $105,360 | 5 | $82,526 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 4 | $67,750 | 9 | $40,003 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 26 | $112,184 | 20 | $68,207 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 51 | $102,365 | 4 | $102,802 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 54 | $79,887 | 28 | $72,863 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 47 | $66,457 | 38 | $57,956 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 7 | $57,943 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 9 | $46,610 | 18 | $39,686 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 161 | $81,226 | 95 | $60,775 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Gulf South Conference |
| Baseball | Gulf South Conference |
| Track | Gulf South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 113 | 94 | 207 |
| Track | 14 | 22 | 36 |
| Baseball | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| Basketball | 15 | 13 | 28 |
| All Other Sports | 50 | 59 | 109 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Engineering, Other
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Technical and Business Writing
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UA Hunstville Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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