Our Students Academics Research Athletics Campus Huntsville Financial Aid A university launched from America's quest to conquer space. Our Students Today, ºìÌÒÊÓƵ. Tomorrow, the world. ºìÌÒÊÓƵ is home to a diverse student body of 8,743. Our inclusive campus community fosters strong peer-to-peer friendships, encourages participation in extracurricular activities, and helps ensure the smooth transition from college student to career professional. Whether you choose to be a participant or a leader, ºìÌÒÊÓƵ offers plenty of opportunities for you to fit in – and stand out. Learn More: Class Profile 8,743 total enrollment ºìÌÒÊÓƵ facts & figures 59 countries of origin + 49 states Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 26.7 average ACT for entering freshmen Apply for admission as a freshman 3.92 average GPA for entering freshmen Student Success Center 3:2 male:female ratio (5,178:3,565) Class profile 790+ Honors College students Honors College Academics An inspiring curriculum to expand your horizons. ºìÌÒÊÓƵ offers more than 100 areas of study, with a curriculum focused on some of the fastest-growing job fields. And thanks to our small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratio, you'll have the opportunity to form strong, supportive relationships with your professors and peers throughout your academic journey. Learn More: Academics 100+ areas of study Academics 200+ study abroad opportunities Study abroad 18 avg. class size ºìÌÒÊÓƵ facts & figures 79K+ career opportunities offered through Career Services Career Services Research From the classroom to the lab, discovery starts on day one. ºìÌÒÊÓƵ is not only home to 17 on-campus research centers and labs, but it also enjoys strong partnerships with area businesses and federal agencies. As a result, you'll have the opportunity to take part in hands-on, high-level research projects, internships, and co-ops that other undergraduates can only dream about. After all, our students are capable of more than just writing papers and taking tests – and we give them the chance to prove it. Learn More: Undergraduate Research $169.5M in R&D expenditures Research 157 issued patent total Research News $5.1M ten-year license and royalty revenue total Office of Technology Commercialization 17 research centers Research centers and institutes $555M – five-year contract & grant research total Focus magazine #6 in fed. financed Aerospace Engineering research expenditures Federally financed research expenditures Athletics A tradition of excellence, and always something to cheer for. Just like our fight song says, we have pride in our Blue & White! In addition to our 15 NCAA men's and women's programs, we offer the opportunity for recreational players of all levels to get involved through our club sports and intramural leagues. Of course, we get a little help from our mascot Charger Blue and our spirited Blue Crew. Learn More: $3.2M in athletics scholarships awarded annually Athletics scholarship opportunities 1 and only Charger Blue Learn more about Charger Blue Campus A campus growing larger. A community growing stronger. Our suite-style residence halls provide a safe, welcoming home away from home, with a central location that makes it easy to get to classes – and to get involved on campus. From Late Night Breakfast to ChargerCon, our 170 student-run organizations, active Student Government Association, ever-growing Greek community, and student-driven Association for Campus Entertainment ensure there's always something to do! Learn More: Campus Life 490+ acres of campus Campus map 170 student-run organizations Student organizations 6 residence halls Housing 14 fraternities / sororities Fraternities and sororities 100+ ACE events annually Association for Campus Entertainment Huntsville There's no better place to launch your career than the Rocket City. With its vibrant arts scene, an abundance of restaurants and food trucks, and a temperate climate that lends itself to outdoor recreation, the Rocket City is so much more than a small Southern town. It's also a high-tech business hub that's home to the second-largest research park in the nation. That's why so many who come to Huntsville for their college career end up staying for their professional one! Learn More: Location & Community Financial Aid Because your focus should be on your education, not how you'll pay for it. ºìÌÒÊÓƵ’s Office of Financial Aid is dedicated to helping you navigate all the options available for tuition assistance, including federal loans, grants, work-study opportunities, veterans’ benefits, and scholarships. Moreover, all incoming first-time freshmen – including international students – who have demonstrated superior academic achievement in high school are automatically eligible for consideration for our Academic Tuition Scholarship. Learn More: Undergraduate Financial Aid 86% of undergraduate students receive financial assistance Undergraduate Financial Aid All news What Our Undergrads Are Up To ALL Nov 30 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ grad student’s academic success story combines setback, reevaluation and comeback Nov 28 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ will award an estimated 1,025 degrees during commencement on Dec. 11 at the VBC Nov 20 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ researcher teams with international partners in NATO Science for Peace and Security project to help drones work together for disaster relief Nov 17 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ atmospheric researcher wins $530K to improve next generation of weather forecasting models ALL Nov 30 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ grad student’s academic success story combines setback, reevaluation and comeback Nov 28 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ will award an estimated 1,025 degrees during commencement on Dec. 11 at the VBC Nov 20 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ researcher teams with international partners in NATO Science for Peace and Security project to help drones work together for disaster relief Nov 17 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ atmospheric researcher wins $530K to improve next generation of weather forecasting models ALL Nov 30 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ grad student’s academic success story combines setback, reevaluation and comeback Nov 28 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ will award an estimated 1,025 degrees during commencement on Dec. 11 at the VBC Nov 20 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ researcher teams with international partners in NATO Science for Peace and Security project to help drones work together for disaster relief Nov 17 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ atmospheric researcher wins $530K to improve next generation of weather forecasting models