At a glance
Average net price
$15,301
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
29.7%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
7,212
In-state tuition
$7,738
Out-of-state tuition
$21,322
Cost of attendance
$24,096
Median earnings (10y)
$51,871
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 70.7%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
32 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (26%), humanities & arts (25%), stem (15%).
- STEM15%
- Health26%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts25%
- Social sciences11%
- Trades & services12%
- Health professions25.6%~1,843 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts16.5%~1,193 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business11.8%~849 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~344 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology4.0%~286 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~252 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering3.4%~247 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.2%~228 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~228 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science2.5%~180 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences2.3%~165 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Transportation1.9%~136 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~121 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~112 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English1.5%~107 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~107 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~107 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~102 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Science tech1.3%~92 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.9%~68 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal0.9%~63 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication0.7%~48 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture0.5%~39 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education0.2%~14 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 422 | $28,977 | $13,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 255 | $73,122 | $25,000 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Associate's | 164 | $71,329 | $21,961 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 126 | $47,951 | $21,157 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 108 | $35,338 | $16,432 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 83 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 81 | $36,043 | $14,119 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 76 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 71 | $34,176 | $17,354 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 71 | $39,066 | $15,743 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 66 | $54,366 | $16,700 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 64 | $48,314 | — |
| Air Transportation. | Bachelor's | 58 | $44,631 | $25,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 51 | $59,654 | $13,876 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 50 | $27,771 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 49 | $34,760 | $31,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 48 | $60,750 | $21,062 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 46 | $36,810 | $23,250 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 45 | $34,072 | $24,872 |
| Science Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 44 | $30,121 | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 43 | $55,504 | $31,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 43 | $29,926 | $22,475 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 43 | $34,336 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 40 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Master's | 37 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 36 | $69,424 | $20,750 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 35 | — | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Associate's | 31 | $36,029 | $21,001 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | $20,087 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 28 | $110,898 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 26 | $77,850 | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 26 | $46,628 | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 25 | $35,501 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 25 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Alaska Anchorage
University of Alaska Anchorage is a large institution located in Anchorage, Alaska, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,212 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Alaska Anchorage — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $15,301 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $7,738 for in-state students and $21,322 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $24,096 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 29.7%, a below-average completion outcome. 70.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $51,871 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Alaska Anchorage confers degrees and certificates across 32 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (26% of credentials), humanities & arts (25% of credentials), stem (15% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Anchorage, Alaska (city), University of Alaska Anchorage draws students from across Alaska and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Alaska Anchorage
Q.How much does University of Alaska Anchorage cost?
The average net price at University of Alaska Anchorage is $15,301 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $24,096.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Alaska Anchorage?
University of Alaska Anchorage has a 6-year graduation rate of 29.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do University of Alaska Anchorage graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Alaska Anchorage graduate earns $51,871 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Alaska Anchorage?
Published tuition is $7,738 in-state and $21,322 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Alaska Anchorage located?
University of Alaska Anchorage is located in Anchorage, Alaska (ZIP 99508).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Alaska Anchorage at their official website.