University of Alaska Anchorage

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Location: Alaska & Hawaii
Setting: Large City Setting
Type: Public
Size: Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot: Seawolves
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School Description
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The University of Alaska Anchorage inspires learning and enriches Alaska, the nation and the world through our teaching, research, creativity and service.

The University of Alaska Anchorage is a comprehensive university that provides opportunities to all who can benefit from educational programs of high quality in an inclusive environment rich in diversity. Located in Anchorage and on community campuses serving Southcentral Alaska, UAA is committed and uniquely situated to serve the needs of its communities, the state, and its diverse peoples.

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University of Alaska Anchorage From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia

University of Alaska Anchorage, a United States educational faculty, is the largest member of the University of Alaska System, with more than 17,000 students, 14,000 of whom attend classes at the main Anchorage campus.

UAA comprises eight colleges and schools: The College of Education, College of Health and Social Welfare, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Public Policy, the Community and Technical College, School of Engineering, School of Nursing and School of Social Work. There are four community campuses: Matanuska-Susitna College, Kenai Peninsula College, Kodiak College, and Prince William Sound Community College. UAA offers Graduate degrees through the Graduate Division.

The university's history began in 1954, when the Anchorage Community College opened, using the then-Anchorage High School building at night. Anchorage Senior College began providing upper-division classes in 1969, becoming the four-year University of Alaska Anchorage in 1976. UAA, ACC, and ACC's rural extension units merged in 1987 to form the present institution. UAA is the home of the NCATE-accredited UAA College of Education.

Academics

Ranking

As of the 2008 rankings, U.S. News and World Report ranks UAA in the third tier for Master's granting institutions in the Western United States.

Aviation technology

The aviation department at UAA has been growing at a high rate over the last several years and is becoming one of the premier aviation schools in the nation. During the fall semester of 2006, the program grew by approximately 300%. UAA offers associate of applied science and bachelor of science degrees in:

  • Air Traffic Control
  • Aviation Administration
  • Professional Piloting

An associate of applied science degree are also offered in:

  • Aviation Maintenance

UAA Aviation Technology division is part of Center of Excellence for General Aviation (CGAR) which is a collaborative research effort between very prominent universities. The members are:

  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
  • Florida A&M University
  • University of North Dakota
  • University of Alaska
  • Wichita State University

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Students & Campus Life
Undergraduate Enrollment: 15,810
On Campus Housing: Available
Full Time Students: 80%
Athletic Programs: Available
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Expenses
Average Tuition: $ 10,890
Students Receiving Aid: 59%
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Admissions
Application Fee: $ 40
Selectivity: Selective
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Students

General
Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 80%
Part-Time 20%
Men vs. Women
Women 59%
Men 41%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 73%
Other 14%
Asian 5%
Hispanic 4%
African-American 4%
Geography
In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 92%
Out-of-State 8%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Alaska 92%
Hawaii 0%
Oregon 0%
California 0%
Washington 0%
Percent of Students International: 2%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 9%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Basketball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
Track (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 3,794 $ 10,890  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 3,480 $ 11,100  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 524 $ 524  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 2,831 16%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 2,791 31%  
Student Loans:
$ 5,445 25%  
Any Aid:
  59%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 74% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 52%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 440, Math: 450
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 580, Math: 570
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 22%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 18, Verbal: 16, Math: 17
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 24, Verbal: 24, Math: 24

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 40.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Not Required
High School GPA: Recommended
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Not Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

Degree Programs at University of Alaska Anchorage

Associate's Level Majors
Bachelor's Level Majors

Certificate Programs at University of Alaska Anchorage

Career Education Majors

College Advice

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I also wouldn't mid working at a processing plant or something for a while.
18 months ago
Best Answer
UAA is a public college, and it's pretty easy to get into. Just keep in mind that you will have to live in Alaska for at least a year to qualify for the resident tuition rate, and the out of state tuition rate is fairly expensive. If you are looking for a more selective school, the Alaska Pacific University is a private, liberal arts college that focuses on environmentalism and ecology. If you want the real "small town" Alaska experience, try looking into a satellite college in a smaller town (Homer, Sitka, Soldotna, etc). You might have a limited selection of majors, though. As far as work, no, you won't have to work in a processing plant. Anchorage, Alaska is like any other mid size city. We've got Starbucks, bookstores, fast food places, and a plethora of entry level food service jobs (that are a lot easier than working in a processing plant!).

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