Huntsville, Alabama · ★ — / 5 Overall
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Public · 4-year · Doctoral
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH, formerly known as UAHuntsville) is a public research university in Huntsville, Alabama, United States. It is part of the University of Alabama System and is classified among "R2: High Research Spending and Doctorate Production". The university offers 94 degrees across its 8 colleges, leading to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is known for its research in astronomy, atmospheric science, and aerospace engineering, and frequently collaborates with NASA on research projects.
National rank
Ranked #253 in the US by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR US ↗
National rank
Ranked #352 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
World rank
Ranked #1450 globally by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR World ↗
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301 Sparkman Dr, Huntsville, Alabama, 35899
Visit University Site25th–75th percentile
SAT total: 1195–1440
SAT ERW: 595–700
SAT math: 600–740
ACT composite: 25–31
Total: 8,743
Undergrad: 6,851
Undergrad full-time: 5,644
Graduate: 1,892
Part-time: 2,468
In-state
Tuition: $11,770
Total cost on campus: $29,770
Out-of-state
Tuition: $24,662
Total cost on campus: $42,662
Room & board: $11,122
Books & supplies: $2,416
Receive aid: 97%
Avg grant aid: $8,737
Pell grant recipients: 24%
Rent: $665 / mo
Average city asking rent, as a roommate share. Zillow Observed Rent Index.
Coffee: $4.50
State average cafe price. Numbeo, 2024.
Gas: $4.08 / gal
State average price. AAA.