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University of Alaska Anchorage

  • C+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 1,462 reviews
C+
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    B-
  2. Value
    B
  3. Diversity
    A
  4. Campus
    C-
  5. Athletics
    B
  6. Party Scene
    C
  7. Professors
    B-
  8. Location
    C
  9. Dorms
    C-
  10. Campus Food
    C+
  11. Student Life
    C-
  12. Safety
    B
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Alaska Anchorage is a public university located in Anchorage, Alaska. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 6,974 undergraduate students. The Alaska Anchorage acceptance rate is 83%. Popular majors include Liberal Arts and Humanities, Nursing, and Accounting. Graduating 24% of students, Alaska Anchorage alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $36,000.
About University of Alaska Anchorage...
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (without football)
Athletic Conference
Great Northwest Athletic Conference
Address
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508
Website
uaa.alaska.edu
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University of Alaska Anchorage Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
83%
Application Deadline
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SAT Range
—
ACT Range
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Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Considered but not required
Early Decision/Early Action
—

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Cost

Net Price
$12,543/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $10,017/ year
  • $30-48k
    $12,238/ year
  • $49-75k
    $15,210/ year
  • $76-110k
    $16,795/ year
  • $110k+
    $16,952/ year
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Academics

Professors
B-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
15:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
62%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.105 responses
59%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.111 responses
49%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.111 responses
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Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    280 Graduates
  • Nursing
    219 Graduates
  • Accounting
    101 Graduates
  • Business
    72 Graduates
  • Psychology
    62 Graduates
  • Manufacturing Engineering Technician
    58 Graduates
  • Business Support Services
    51 Graduates
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Services
    50 Graduates
  • Natural Sciences
    46 Graduates
  • Medical Assistant
    45 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
6,974Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
27%
Pell Grant
31%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 80 responses
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  • Outdoorsy and friendly
    38%
  • Depends on who your with or what kind of friends.
    34%
  • Focused on their life and friends
    11%
  • Distant outside of academics
    6%
  • Education driven
    6%
  • Antisocial
    3%
  • Annoying
    1%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
49%
of students say Greek life is pretty low-key and has little effect on the social scene.121 responses
Poll
50%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.157 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 89 responses
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  • Diverse
    45%
  • Great place to be
    24%
  • Alright
    12%
  • Depends
    7%
  • Non-traditional students
    7%
  • Not my first choice
    2%
  • Disorganized
    1%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$45,400/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
24%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
85%
National
83%
86%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.87 responses
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I am a senior in a science major and I am able to take all of my classes online. UAA offers a diverse and active online curriculum because the population of Alaska is so spread out and many people don't live near Anchorage. I have been able to take science labs online, with great results. The cost is economical and I have found my learning experience to be challenging and enjoyable. Highly recommended!
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I haven't actually attended yet, as I am a freshmen going into college, however, from what I've heard it is amazing. I honestly can't wait to go there and start working towards the career I want to work in! The campus seems beautiful, and the fact that it is in Anchorage, Alaska, makes me even more excited.
Welcome to Alaska! I think school has a strong Alaska vibe to it. The classroom are mostly small. Most teacher are awesome and easy to work it. Some of the few things and that not every class is offer every semester. Administration needs be improvement and advocate for there students. Overall, this school needs a lot of improvements.