Alaska's Largest University

The University of Alaska Anchorage comprises eight teaching units at the Anchorage campus. The Colleges of Education, Health and Social Welfare, Arts and Sciences, Business and Public Policy, Community and Technical, Schools of Engineering, School of Social Work, and School of Nursing. As well, there are five community campuses: Matanuska-Susitna College, Kenai Peninsula College, Kodiak College, and Prince William Sound Community College. UAA is the largest University in the state. UAA also provides higher education opportunities to Armed Services personnel throughout the state of Alaska.

Accreditation

UAA is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges and University of the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.

Mission

The University of Alaska Anchorage inspires learning and enriches Alaska, the nation, and the world through UAA teaching, research, creativity, and service. UAA 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.

Campus Map

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Degree Information

Degree Programs Offered

Anchorage

All UAA

Masters   

28

29

Baccalaureate

52

53

AAS

30

34

AA   

1

1

Certificate   

23

34

Total   

134

151

Degrees Conferred (AY 2005)

Anchorage

All UAA

Masters   

279

279

Baccalaureate   

778

778

Associate   

363

538

Certificate   

86

107

Total   

1,506

1,702

Five most popular majors

Nursing   Management   
Psychology   Biological Sciences   
Accounting   

New Programs added in 2005

Associate of Applied Science in Construction Management   
Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education, and Adventure Leadership    
Bachelor of Science in Engineering   
Bachelor of Science in Geological Sciences   
Ph.D. in Psychology (collaborative program with Fairbanks) Fall 2006    

Exchange Programs

Study abroad programs in Europe, South America, Australia, and New Zealand.   
National Student Exchange has semester and year long exchanges with 170 participating universities