University of Alaska Anchorage
About University of Alaska Anchorage
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UAA is a public university in Anchorage, Alaska. It is the largest university in Alaska and offers programs in engineering, nursing, business, and arctic-related sciences.
Founded
1954
Location
Anchorage, Alaska
Students
7,852
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,738
Out-of-state: $21,322
Avg Net Price
$15,301
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$51,871
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Jul 15
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
29.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70.7%
4-Year Grad
15%
6-Year Grad
32%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
53%
$/Student
$16.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 15% graduation rate is below average, but 70.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,738
In-State
$21,322
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,216
Books & Supplies
$1,056
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,096
After Financial Aid
$15,301
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,582
Receive Grants
18.5%
Take Loans
13.8%
The full cost of attendance is about $24,096/yr for in-state students, including $14,216 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $15,301. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $21,322.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Alaska Anchorage fund their education.
While in School
18.5%
Get Grants
Free money
13.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$33,525
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,210
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$214/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 13.8% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,210. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Alaska Anchorage.
Gender
59%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,212
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
640
Graduates
38.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
41.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 38.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,212
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Alaska Anchorage fields 8 varsity teams with 293 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Northwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
293
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
170
Men
123
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Alaska Anchorageearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,871
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$87K
130 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$51K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$36K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$33K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Health
$43K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$46K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.