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Alabama A&M University

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world rank  2249

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Overview

Founded in 1875, the Alabama A&M University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Huntsville (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Alabama. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Alabama A&M University (AAMU) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Alabama A&M University (AAMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 150-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AAMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Alabama A&M University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Alabama A&M University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Alabama A&M University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Alabama A&M University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym AAMU
Founded 1875
Motto Service is Sovereignty
Colours Maroon and white
Mascot Butch
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University Location

Address 4900 Meridian Street North
Huntsville
35811-7500 Alabama
United States
Alabama A&M University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Alabama A&M University Phone Number (256) 372 5000
Alabama A&M University Fax Number (256) 372 5249
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Alabama A&M University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Alabama A&M University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Alabama A&M University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Alabama A&M University.



Alabama A&M University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Alabama A&M University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Alabama A&M University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Alabama A&M University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Alabama A&M University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 908
Normal 35762
(256) 372 5245
800 553 0816

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Alabama A&M University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Alabama A&M University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Alabama A&M University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Alabama A&M University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Alabama A&M University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Alabama A&M University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


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Land Grant Institution Land Grant

This institution Is a land-grant university And has a special focus On promoting education And research in agriculture, engineering And other related fields. Land-grant universities are also well known To have a high commitment To Public service And outreach.


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Alabama A&M University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Alabama A&M University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Alabama A&M University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Alabama A&M University's Library
Alabama A & M University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 422,627 physical volumes, 2,199 physical media, 44,140 digital/electronic media and 106 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 19 full-time employees, including 7 librarians. Alabama A & M University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Alabama A&M University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Alabama A&M University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,776 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Alabama A&M University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Alabama A&M University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Alabama A&M University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Alabama A&M University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Alabama A&M University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Alabama A&M University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Alabama A&M University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Alabama A&M University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Alabama A&M University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1963


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Alabama A&M University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Planning Accreditation Board


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Alabama A&M University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Alabama A&M University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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