Small, Historic, Student-Friendly, & Community-Focused
Reflecting its heritage as a traditional 1890 Land-Grant
Institution, Alabama A&M University (AAMU) functions as a
teaching, research, public service institution and more. AAMU is
a dynamic and progressive institution with a strong commitment
to academic excellence. The serene, intimate campus is situated
on “The Hill”, only a short distance from downtown Huntsville,
the site of the school’s founding.
Dr. Andrew Hugine, Jr., President
AAMU is fully accredited by the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award degrees ranging from
bachelors to doctorates.
“Come to THE HILL where we BELIEVE in DREAMS and
INSPIRE EXCELLENCE. There is nothing like it anywhere…”
OUR CAMPUS
The AAMU campus is situated on more than 2,300 scenic acres, a 5-minute commute from
downtown Huntsville. The campus has the unique distinction of being laid out by Frederick Law
Olmsted, Sr., designer of New York’s Central Park. AAMU has its own post office and zip code
in Normal, Alabama 35762.
OUR STUDENTS
• From 44 states and 11 foreign countries
• Undergraduate and graduate students
• 42 percent first-time college students
•75+ student clubs and organizations
• 75 percent student participation in community service projects…
Academic Colleges
• College of Agricultural Life and Natural Sciences
• College of Business and Public Affairs
• College of Education, Humanities And Behavioral Sciences
• College of Engineering, Technology and Physical Sciences
Quick AAMU Facts
•The Marching Maroon and White Band led the 2006
Tournament of Roses Parade
•AAMU has the oldest Baccalaureate degree program in
Computer Science in the state of Alabama
•AAMU offers concentrations in popular fields like
Space Physics, Forensic Chemistry and more
•Five students were listed on USA Today Academic Teams
for four consecutive years
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
FRESHMAN:
• Minimum GPA: 2.0
• Minimum ACT Score: 18
• Minimum SAT Score: 1290
1. The Application:
a. Online – www.aamu.edu/admissions
b. Mail
2. Application Fee: $30.00
3. Send Transcript(s) and ACT or SAT scores to:
AAMU Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 908
Normal, AL 35762
Enrollment & Next Steps
Confirming Your Status with the University…
YOU’VE BEEN ACCEPTED ~ NOW WHAT?
1. Complete and return the Enrollment Response Form
a. Submit the one-time non-refundable fee of $100
2. Complete and return Housing Forms
a. Submit $100 non-refundable Housing Application Fee
b. Submit the $250 refundable Housing Security Deposit
c. Submit the Housing Application/Lease Agreement
3.Complete and return the Medical Response Form
4.Register for Student Orientation And Registration (S.O.A.R.)
( Available to students upon meeting Enrollment Response Form requirements)
5. Pay Tuition and Fees
Transfer Requirements & Next Steps
TRANSFER STUDENTS:
ENROLLMENT & NEXT STEPS:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
1. Complete and return the Enrollment Response Form
a. Submit one-time non-refundable fee of $100
Complete admission application
Submit ALL prior college transcripts
Minimum GPA: 2.0
Minimum Transferable Credit Hours: 12
Minimum Transferable Quarter Hours 18
1. How to Apply:
a. Online
b. By Mail
2.
Complete and return Housing Forms:
a. Submit non-refundable Housing App Fee of $100
b. Submit refundable Housing Security Deposit of $250
c. Complete and return Housing Lease Agreement
4. Complete and return the Medical Response Form
2. Application Fee: $30.00
5. Register for
3. Mail Transcripts to:
AAMU Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 908
Normal, AL 35762
Student Orientation And Registration
( Available to students upon meeting
Enrollment Response Form requirements)
Financial Aid Requirements & Resources
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)…
• Complete FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov
• First day you may complete the FAFSA is January 1st of each year
• You must include the AAMU school code: 001002
• FAFSA must be completed yearly
AAMU priority date for submission of FAFSA is March
1st
each year
Types of Financial Aid Available
Federal Pell Grant
Scholarships
Alabama Student
Assistance Grant
Federal SEOG
Federal Work-Study
Perkins Loan
Direct Subsidized Loan
Direct Unsubsidized Loan
Direct Parent Loan
Private
Loan
Campus Tours
“Come Take A Look At Us”
Campus Tours Are Available Monday - Friday:
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9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Visit www.aamu.edu/admissions to schedule a Campus Tour or
Call 1-800-553-0816
Athletics
Male Sports
Female Sports
•Football
•Basketball
•Baseball
•Bowling
•Basketball
•Cross-Country
•Golf
Co-Ed Sports
•Cheerleading
•Cross Country
•Golf
•Soccer
•Tennis
•Softball
•Track
•Track
•Tennis
•Volleyball
Notable Alumni
DR. SHELIA NASH STEVENSON
JOHN STALLWORTH
Class of 1994
Class of 1974
1st African American Female to
Receive a Ph.D. in Physics from
Alabama A&M University
“NASA Engineer”
ROBERT MATHIS
NFL Hall of Fame 2002
Pittsburgh Steelers
and Entrepreneur
REAR ADMIRAL CLYDE MARSH
Retired U.S. Navy
Class of 2009
Class of 1973
NFL Defensive Back
Indianapolis Colts
Alabama Commissioner
of Veterans Affairs
DR. L. SHEFTON RIGGINS
Class of 1972
Renown Cardiologist
Downtown Huntsville
“The Rocket City”
Office of Admissions Contact Information
Alabama A&M University
Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 908
Normal, AL 35762
Office: 256-372-5245
Toll-Free: 800-553-0816
Fax: 256-372-5249
www.aamu.edu/admissions
E-mail: admissions@aamu.edu
Venita Clisby King, Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management & Director of Admissions
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