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UA Huntsville Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into University of Alabama at Huntsville

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

78.1%
Admission Difficulty for University of Alabama at Huntsville
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UA Huntsville is 78.1%.  Its admission rate is the 13th lowest in Alabama.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UA Huntsville and can you get accepted?

University of Alabama at Huntsville is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 4,359 out of the 5,581 who applied were admitted.

University of Alabama at Huntsville typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.81. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 27% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Alabama at Huntsville you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.81 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1330 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

UA Huntsville GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.81

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into University of Alabama at Huntsville?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UA Huntsville are to have around a 3.81 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.81 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UA Huntsville accepts 78% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UA Huntsville is 3.81 on the 4.0 scale. 57% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #4 in Alabama for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UA Huntsville is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Alabama at Huntsville students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 56.53% Avg +
3.75 to 3.99 17.26% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 12.5% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 7.28% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 3.82% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 2.15% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.37% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.09% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UA Huntsville SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Alabama at Huntsville. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 6% of students submitted SAT scores and 55% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1226-1430

Applicants Submitting SAT 

6%
SAT Scores for University of Alabama at Huntsville
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 613
Math 25th Percentile 613
Composite 25th Percentile 1226
SAT Scores for University of Alabama at Huntsville
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 700
Math 75th Percentile 730
Composite 75th Percentile 1430
Average SAT Score 1330

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Alabama at Huntsville?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UA Huntsville is 1330 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1226-1430. Students who get into University of Alabama at Huntsville score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  UA Huntsville ranks #1 in the state of Alabama and #156 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1330 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UA Huntsville regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1226 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1226, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1120, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Alabama at Huntsville is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1330 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1328, you have around a 78% chance of being admitted. A 1430 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 87% chance of getting in.

University of Alabama at Huntsville admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1430 and Above Good >87%
1328 to 1430 Avg + 78%-87%
1226 to 1328 Avg - 65%-78%
1124 to 1226 Reach 50%-65%
Less than 1124 Low <50%
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UA Huntsville ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

25-30 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

55%
ACT Scores for University of Alabama at Huntsville
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 24
Math 25th Percentile 23
Composite 25th Percentile 25
ACT Scores for University of Alabama at Huntsville
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 30
Composite 75th Percentile 30
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UA Huntsville?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UA Huntsville is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 25 and 30.  The school ranks #1 in Alabama and #247 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 25 and score in the score in the top 22 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

55 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Alabama at Huntsville.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Alabama at Huntsville is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UA Huntsville for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 78% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 88% with a 30 ACT score.

University of Alabama at Huntsville admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
30 and Above Good >88%
27 to 30 Avg + 78%-88%
25 to 27 Avg - 68%-78%
23 to 25 Reach 56%-68%
Less than 23 Low <56%
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High School Class Rank

59% of University of Alabama at Huntsville freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 34% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Alabama at Huntsville students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 34%
Top 25% of class 59%
Top 50% of class 87%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Alabama at Huntsville admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,759 2,822 5,581
Accepted 2,039 2,320 4,359
Acceptance Rate 74% 82% 78%
Enrolled 419 753 1,172
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 21% 32% 27%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Alabama at Huntsville is $30.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Alabama at Huntsville and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Alabama at Huntsville Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Alabama at Huntsville
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because University of Alabama at Huntsville is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.81 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1330 and ACT of 27 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=100706 IPEDS survey data for University of Alabama at Huntsville.

Last updated February 24, 2024