Student Services
At UAH, we want your students to succeed. We offer many services to help students make the most out of their collegiate experience. Whether your student needs assistance writing a paper, searching for an on-campus part-time job, or is searching for ways to be involved on campus, UAH Student Service departments are here to help!
The UAH Bookstore, in partnership with Barnes and Noble, is a full-service bookstore that carries all course materials including textbooks, school supplies and general books, as well as spirit items and clothing, computer products and accessories, electronics, gifts, and convenience items.
The Barnes and Noble at the UAH Bookstore accepts all major credit cards as well as allowing students to charge to their university accounts. The bookstore also offers book buyback.
Location: Charger UnionPhone: 256.824.6604
UAH Career Services offers a variety of support services to students and alumni, including resume building and review, interview preparation, networking assistance, and comprehensive education and career planning. They also serve as a repository for employment, internship, and co-op opportunities, connecting job seekers with federal, private-sector, and non-profit organizations.
Whether your student's goal is to be a valuable team member of a global corporation or the CEO of their own successful startup, Career Services has the resources to get them there.
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205Phone: 256.824.6741Email: chargerjobs@uah.edu
The UAH Charger Card is the student ID and grants access to residence halls, academic buildings, and student events.
The Charger Card also offers four types of declining-balance debit accounts with no service fee:
Location: Charger Union 131Phone: 256.824.2720Email: chargercard@uah.edu
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) Help Desk provides computer and network support to the UAH community.
Services provided include:
The UAH Counseling Center provides individual fee-based services and free group services that support students who are currently enrolled in at least 3 credit hours. The licensed professional counseling staff supports students with their emotional, social, and academic development during their college career, with a focus on holistic development using the student's individual strengths to help them enhance their college experience. The services provided are offered in a private and confidential setting where students can collaborate with counselors to identify needs and manage or resolve problems that cause emotional strife through a time limited treatment model. Off-campus referrals are offered when necessary. Free weekly groups are offered during each semester.
The Counseling Center also offers a FREE service for all UAH students called Therapy Assisted Online (TAO). This program offers additional support for students who may not feel that they are in need of face-to-face services at this time or who want additional support.
Location: Conference Training Center, Room 114Phone: 256.824.6203
The Dean of Students Office (DOS) is available to assist students and family members in personal or family crisis The office strives to be proactive in student development and provides assistance, education, intervention, and referral services to The University of Alabama in Huntsville community.
The Dean of Students team has three primary responsibilities:
Provide assistance and support services to students, faculty, and staff of the UAH community
Manage the University's non academic misconduct systems
Support veterans, service members, dependents, survivors, and spouses through the Veterans Services Center.
Location: Charger Union 223Phone: 256.824.6700
Charger 360 provides a centralized way for UAH community members to report concerns and incidents or address observed difficulties that may impede a student's success at UAH.
The Charger 360 program is coordinated by the Office of the Dean of Students and uses Maxient software to manage the referral records. Through Maxient, the Dean of Students team is able to centralize reporting and record keeping on disciplinary, academic success and attendance, person of concern, and discrimination/Title IX issues. Maxient helps the office connect important information related to students' conduct and well-being to provide coordinated support for success.
For more information:Email: charger360@uah.edu
UAH Dining Services is committed to meeting all of your student's campus dining needs. With multiple dining locations and a wide assortment of meal selections, students can pick exactly what is best for them.
Meal plans are required for all students at UAH and just like the variety of dining options, there are a variety of meal plans available for your student to select the one that is best for them.
Location: Conference Training CenterPhone: 256.824.5124
The University is committed to supporting all students with documented disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are provided through the Disability Support Services Office. DSS will work with eligible students to develop and coordinate plans for the provision of accommodations.
Location: Wilson Hall, Room 128Phone: 256.824.1997 Email: dss@uah.edu
The concept of diversity goes far beyond its definition. It’s the act of recognizing and appreciating the value of our inherent differences in order to increase access and inclusion and to combat discrimination and prejudice.
To strengthen diversity at UAH, the ODEI is committed to improving social and cultural awareness and encouraging self-understanding through education, training, and engagement with others.
By offering enriching programs that that promote cross-cultural perspectives and create mutual opportunities for exchange, ODEI fosters an inclusive environment for people of all races, ethnicities, cultures, ages, religions, languages, abilities, genders, and sexual orientations.
Location: Student Services Building, Room 320Phone: 256.824.4600 Email: diversity@uah.edu
Living on campus is required for all first-year students whose permanent residence is outside of a 30 mile radius of UAH. The Housing and Residence Life team is committed to providing a safe and inclusive living environment that inspires academic achievement, encourages personal development, celebrates diversity, and promotes student leadership & involvement within its six residence halls.
In order for students to receive a housing assignment, your student must be accepted to the university and submit a completed housing application and processing fee.
Location: 118 Charger VillagePhone: 256.824.6108 Email: housing@uah.edu
The Office of International Services (OIS) serves as a resource for international students, faculty, and staff at UAH. Through its three support entities – the English as a Second Language Program (ESL), the Office of Study Abroad, and the Office of International Student & Scholar Services – the OIS promotes campus and community internationalization; administers the university’s study-abroad and international exchange programs; oversees the recruitment, admission, and retention of international students, scholars, and faculty; provides intensive English language instruction; and facilitates the process of hiring international scholars and employees.
Location: Student Services Building, Room 218Phone: 256.824.6055 Email: isss@uah.edu
The Salmon Library provides the resources students need to successfully achieve their academic goals. Services and resources include:
Scholarly books & articles
Computer labs and printing
Makerspace lab
Archival collections
Multimedia lab
Study rooms
Research Assistance
Phone: 256.824.6530 Email: library@uah.edu
Our Military and Veterans Programs Office serves military veterans, service members, and their dependents during their time as students at UAH. The Military and Veterans Programs Office provides the following services:
Certifies Federal GI Bill benefits
Processess ANGEAP benefits
Assists students with Federal Tuition Assistance approvals
If your students will be utilizing the Alabama GI Dependent Scholarship, please contact the Office of Financial Aid regarding these benefits.
Location: Charger Union, Room 223Dean of Students SuitePhone: 256.824.2758 Email: vacontact@uah.edu
Every member of the UAH community who operates and parks a vehicle on campus must register their vehicle and have a current UAH parking decal. The annual fee for the decal is $140 and must be displayed at all times while on campus. Vehicle registration and payment can be done online at my.uah.edu or in person at the UAH Intermodal Facility
BIKE REGISTRATION
The UAH Police Department requires that students register their bicycle. There is no charge for this service.
Location: Conference Training Center, Room 141Phone: 256.824.6595 Email: police@uah.edu
All new students must provide an immunization form signed by a healthcare provider showing proof of vaccinations before the first day of class, including MMR's and completed tuberculosis screening.
If your student is living on campus, they must also provide proof of meningitis vaccination within the past five years.
The Student Health Center provides a variety of health-care services for students including treatment for minor illnesses and injuries, immunizations, preventative health-care services, health counseling, flu shots, and testing for illness.
Location: Wilson Hall, Room 325Phone: 256.824.6775 Email: shc@uah.edu
IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENT
All new students must provide an immunization form signed by a healthcare provider showing proof of vaccinations before the first day of class, including MMR's and completed tuberculosis screening.
If your student is living on campus, they must also provide proof of meningitis vaccination within the past five years.
STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE
Your student can purchase a Student Injury and Sickness Plan through UAH. Vision and dental insurance are only available for purchase the first 45 days of each fall semester.
The Student Success Center (SSC) provides academic support programs that empower individuals to realize their potential as lifelong learners and professionals. The SSC's programs and services are available to all currently enrolled students.
Services provided by the SSC:
Location: Salmon Library, 1st FloorPhone: 256.824.2478 Email: ssc@uah.edu
Getting involved is an essential part of your student's UAH experience. Through the many opportunities available within the Office of Student Life, your student will make connections with peers, faculty, staff, administrators, and alumni.
Whether your students is looking for a specific organization or event, the Office of Student Life is here to help them make their mark at UAH!
The Office of Student Life oversees the following content areas:
Dance Marathon
Leadership Programs
Mascot Program
Tradition Events
Location: Charger Union, Room 201Phone: 256.824.6375 Email: studentlife@uah.edu
University recreation features an all-inclusive health and fitness center including group exercise, fitness, and aquatics.
Students who are enrolled full time (at least 12 credit hours during fall & spring semesters) receive membership at no additional cost. Students who are enrolled on a part-time basis are charged a discounted rate for membership.
To complete membership, your student will need to visit the University Fitness Center with a photo ID and detailed semester schedule.
Other opportunities provided through University Recreation:
Location: University Fitness CenterPhone: 256.824.5500Email: recreation@uah.edu
Intercollegiate athletics mean much more to UAH than just the excitement of competition. Fielding teams in 15 NCAA Division II sports not only helps build Charger pride, but it also provides a sense of community through the Blue Crew, a student group that fills student sections at athletic events.
