School Details
Surrounded by an environment that is both urban and wild, the University of Alaska Anchorage is a gateway to innovative thinking, learning, and exploration. Located in Anchorage and on community campuses in Southcentral Alaska, UAA is committed to serving the higher education needs of the state, its communities, and its diverse peoples. Its mission is “to discover and disseminate knowledge through teaching, research, engagement, and creative expression.”
Founded in 1950, the University of Alaska Anchorage is an open-access university with academic programs leading to occupational endorsements; undergraduate and graduate certificates; and associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degrees. UAOnline offers many degrees online through the Anchorage campus as well as the other UA campuses. These online degrees are affordable with non-resident students paying the same tuition rate as resident students.
Accreditation & Licensing
University of Alaska Anchorage is accredited by:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
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Geographic and Educational Overview
University of Alaska Anchorage is located in Alaska
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Top Incentives in Alaska:
- Alaska Performance Scholarship: Up to $4,755 annually
- Alaska Education Grant: Up to $4,000 annually
- WWAMI Medical Education Program: Subsidized medical education
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