On this page we have collected frequently requested how-to's, useful forms, degree checksheets, and computer specs. If you don't find what you need here, please email us at science.advising@uah.edu and we will be happy to help.
How To:
Visit the Military and Veterans Programs page and fill out the Enrollment Verification Form after you register each semester. Book a meeting with your advisor to complete the form prior to the start of classes.
Get help using the What If Analysis.
- In my.uah.edu, follow the prompts to navigate to the "Student Services" tab.
- Find "Add or Drop Classes" under the Registration heading.
- Enter the 5-digit CRN of the course you wish to waitlist for.
- The course will display a stop sign and "Registration Errors" on the Add or Drop Classes page and show "Waitlisted" and the number of students already on the waitlist in the left hand column.
- To add your name to the waitlist, select "Waitlist" under the Action box for the course and click on "Submit Changes". The course will move up to Current Schedules with a status of "Waitlisted".
Useful Forms & Info
Letter of Good Standing/Transient Student Letter
Form needed to take classes at other four-year or two-year institutions as a transient student when the course is not currently being offered at UAH
SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENT
Form used to add or drop a course after the deadline
LATE WITHDRAWAL
Form used to petition to withdraw from courses after the tenth week of classes
CHANGE OF COLLEGE
Form used to change major from one college (e.g. engineering) to another college (e.g. science)
Science Lectures & Labs that can be dropped separately
Need to withdraw from just a lab or just a lecture? Click here for eligible courses.
MORE STUDENT RESOURCES
Tons of great resources for students available online through ASAP
Degree Checksheets
The following degree checksheets may be used as a general guide for degree planning. They do not include specific classes needed for a variety of degree concentrations offered at UAH. (For example, the Atmospherice & Earth Science link shows the degree checksheet for the Meteorology concentration but not the Earth Science concentration.)
The current has the most accurate, up-to-date information and final authority regarding degree requirements. You can also consult with your Science Advisor if you have a question about your degree requirements.
Computer Specifications |
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| Windows | Apple | |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home or Pro | macOS |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 minimum, Intel Core i7 recommended (64 bit) Dual core minimum, Quad core recommended |
M1 or higher Apple Silicon, M2 preferred |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Software* | Adobe Reader 11 or newer Microsoft Office 365 |
Adobe Reader 11 or newer Microsoft Office 365 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Warranty | 4 years support | 4 years support |
| Built in Camera | Required | Required |
| Network Connectivity | Required | Required |
| *Software including MS Office 365, MATLAB, Mathematica, etc., are available for free at | ||
| Chrome boooks and iPads are not recommended for any College of Science major. | ||
| Atmospheric and Earth Science, Chemistry, Engineering Technology, Mathematics, Physics -- Guidelines above are sufficient. | ||
| Biology majors -- Guidelines above are sufficient, except for BYS 205 -- Mac products will not work for this course. | ||
| Computer Science majors -- A laptop with minimum specifications above will not support all computer science (CS) courses, but the CS department provides computer labs that support all CS courses. The CS department recommends the most memory you can afford, and the best GPU you can afford if you're interested in gaming or graphics. | ||
| Click here for a downloadable PDF of the above specifications. | ||
Science Advising Office
Materials Science Building, Second Floor, C206 | science.advising@uah.edu | 256.824.2505
Appointments available via Zoom or in-person.
