University of Alaska Anchorage
UAA
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — excellent value
University of Alaska Anchorage is a public institution in Anchorage with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A mid-sized campus of 6.9K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
29% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,871 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,780.
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Varsity Sports — Seawolves
History & Fun Facts
- •History UAA entrance sign In 1954, the Anchorage Community College (ACC) was founded and began offering evening classes to 414 students at Elmendorf Air Force Base.
- •ACC provided academic study for associate degrees and the first two years of work toward baccalaureate degrees.
- •In 1971, the first commencement was held at West Anchorage High School, where 265 master's, baccalaureate and associate degrees were awarded.
- •ASC moved to the Consortium Library Building in 1973.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
85.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$11,231
Programs (171)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
72%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
52
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AK state average + large city premium