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The main campus of University Of Alaska Anchorage is in Anchorage, Alaska (a large city). The school is a public school. University Of Alaska Anchorage offers degrees up to the Post-Master's certificate.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to engineering technician, medical assistant and technician, and science and laboratory technician.
University Of Alaska Anchorage does not accept everyone who applies. In 2005, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 440 to 580. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2005 had SAT math scores of 450 or more.
University Of Alaska Anchorage offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2005, the school had 16,412 enrolled students. Older students (40+ years old, e.g.) are welcome and common at University Of Alaska Anchorage.
Many students are part-timers. Student athletes at University Of Alaska Anchorage belong to the Great Northwest Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school offers comparatively low-priced tuition.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"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."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Alaska Anchorage
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508-8046
General Phone: (907) 786-1480
Admissions Phone: (907) 786-1480
Financial Aid Phone: (907) 786-1586
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu
University Of Alaska Anchorage awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 333 | liberal arts and sciences, history, English, anthropology, creative writing, political science, economics, foreign language and literature, ... |
| Business And Management | 254 | business management, accounting, finance, MIS, business and related services, logistics, marketing, operations management, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 169 | educational administration, school counseling, elementary school teaching, education, teacher education, special ed, early childhood education, teacher education and development, ... |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 168 | mental health services tech, radiographyer, dental assistant, medical assistant, dental hygienist, clinical lab tech, medical lab tech, pharmacy tech |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 160 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Engineering Technician | 103 | industrial production tech, architectural engineering tech, computer engineering tech, instrumentation tech, occupational safety tech, architectural drafting, mechanical engineering tech, surveying tech, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 87 | psychology, massage therapy, clinical psychology |
| Science | 53 | biology, biological and physical sciences, chemistry |
| Family And Social Work | 47 | social work, public administration, child care provider, social service professions |
| Transportation | 46 | air traffic controller, aviation operations, commercial pilot and flight crew |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 42 | corrections and criminal justice, fire services administration, fire-fighting |
| Engineering | 40 | civil engineering, engineering management, various engineering courses, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, mechanical engineering |
| Media | 37 | journalism |
| Mechanics And Repair | 24 | aircraft maintenance, HVAC, automobile mechanics, heavy equipment maintenance, electrical maintenance and repair, computer repair, diesel mechanics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 21 | computer and info science, computer applications programming, computer networking |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 17 | science tech |
| Art Studies | 14 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 12 | mathematics |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 11 | chef training, institutional food workers |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 8 | theatre design, drama |
| Law | 7 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Office And Administration | 4 | administrative assistant |
| Medicine | 4 | public health |
| Religion And Philosophy | 3 | philosophy |
| Hospitality | 2 | hospitality management |
| Production Trades | 2 | welding |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 0 | real estate |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Alaska Anchorage in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 778 | 44 |
| Associate's degree | 512 | 44 |
| Master's degree | 263 | 27 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 58 | 24 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 47 | 23 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 16 | 1 |
In 2005, University Of Alaska Anchorage had a total enrollment of 16,412 students (10,864 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 81% |
| Part-Time | 19% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 95% |
| Graduate | 5% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 73% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 8% |
| Other Races | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Alaska | 93% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
| Washington | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
| Part-Time | 53 % |
University Of Alaska Anchorage offers campus housing for 956 of its 10,864 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Anchorage, Alaska for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,760 | 2,056 | 74% | 1,561 | 76% |
| Men | 1,191 | 869 | 73% | 654 | 75% |
| Women | 1,569 | 1,187 | 76% | 907 | 76% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 52% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 22% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (907) 786-1480
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,794 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,890 |
| Room and board | $ 6,930 |
| Room charge | $ 4,130 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 986 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,800 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Alaska Anchorage participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1146200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (907) 786-1586
University Of Alaska Anchorage has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 142 | 89 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 65 | 71 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 51 | 76 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 69 | $76,890 | 33 | $67,862 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 61 | $59,779 | 49 | $57,194 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 81 | $56,198 | 99 | $49,219 |
| Instructor | academic year | 18 | $44,228 | 17 | $39,006 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 231 | $62,117 | 198 | $53,423 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Great Northwest Athletic Conference |
| Track | Great Northwest Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 38 | 34 | 72 |
| Basketball | 13 | 17 | 30 |
| All Other Sports | 25 | 17 | 42 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Corporate Communications
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Institutional Food Workers
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education Administration
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Elect CAD/CADD
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
Petroleum Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
Social Work
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
MEDICINE
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
Fire Services Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Psychology, General
TRANSPORTATION
Air Traffic Controller
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Alaska Anchorage Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 5% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in transportation (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in science and laboratory technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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