Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About UAA
University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) — public non-profit university. It is located in Anchorage, United States. As a part of University of Alaska System, American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). Sport affiliations and memberships National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)National Association of International Educators (NAFSA), UAA is actively building the academic environment in United States.
UAA offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at UAA is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UAA are different for locals and foreigners. United States citizens pay 7,018 USD per year, while international students pay a minimum of 23,994 USD. The university has several financial aid programs that help students cover part of the cost of education. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Financial Aid
Yes
Bachelor
Local7,018USD/year
Foreign23,994USD/year
Master
Local15,386USD/year
Foreign32,361USD/year
Additional costs
In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
You can apply for an undergraduate program at UAA if you have a good academic record and a GPA score of at least 2.5. You also need to successfully pass the entrance exams. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score is 6. The TOEFL score is not lower than 71. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the ACT or SAT results.
GPA
2.5
IELTS
6
TOEFL iBT
71
Master's degree at UAA
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 79. IELTS — 6.5 or higher.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
79
TOEFL PBT
550
UAA campus
The city campus of UAA provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Anchorage has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The school has a library where students can do their homework or just relax. Student life at UAA is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.
To stay in the country for another year after graduation, you need to renew your student visa or apply for a job seeker visa. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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