University of Alaska Anchorage

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University of Alaska Anchorage Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Alaska Anchorage's admissions stats.

University of Alaska Anchorage 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	14%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	9%
Waitlist	No

University of Alaska Anchorage Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Alaska Anchorage.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Considering Applying Early to University of Alaska Anchorage?

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University of Alaska Anchorage may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of Alaska Anchorage directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Alaska Anchorage Admissions

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How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to University of Alaska Anchorage?

It is not competitive to get into University of Alaska Anchorage. University of Alaska Anchorage has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2021, University of Alaska Anchorage accepted 69% of all applicants, around 2,369 of the 3,431 students who applied.

Schools that are not competitive to get into, like University of Alaska Anchorage, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores. Admissions to bachelor's degree programs is program not difficult.

Transferring to University of Alaska Anchorage

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Alaska Anchorage

University of Alaska Anchorage has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Alaska Anchorage?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Alaska Anchorage

What does University of Alaska Anchorage consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Important

Make sure to check with University of Alaska Anchorage for more information on admission factors.

University of Alaska Anchorage Application Requirements

To apply to University of Alaska Anchorage, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with University of Alaska Anchorage's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record			√
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Alaska Anchorage?

Students admitted to University of Alaska Anchorage have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 17.8% submitted a class rank. At University of Alaska Anchorage 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 35% were in the top 25% and 61% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Alaska Anchorage, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	5.4%
3.75 and 3.99	15.3%
3.50 and 3.74	15%
3.25 and 3.49	15.1%
3.00 and 3.24	11.3%
2.50 and 2.9	24.1%
2.00 and 2.49	10.3%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Alaska Anchorage directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Alaska Anchorage does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

University of Alaska Anchorage is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 14% of University of Alaska Anchorage's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 9% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be competitive with other University of Alaska Anchorage applicants, you should strive to score between 1020 and 1260 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Alaska Anchorage 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1260 and 25% of scored lower than 1020, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Alaska Anchorage students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Alaska Anchorage students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Alaska Anchorage, you should strive to earn between 17 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Alaska Anchorage's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Alaska Anchorage students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

More Information on Transferring to University of Alaska Anchorage

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of Alaska Anchorage. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Alaska Anchorage during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Alaska Anchorage Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Alaska Anchorage?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Alaska Anchorage.

Does University of Alaska Anchorage accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Alaska Anchorage accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Alaska Anchorage accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Alaska Anchorage?

✅ University of Alaska Anchorage is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is University of Alaska Anchorage's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Alaska Anchorage is 69%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Alaska Anchorage?

🟨 University of Alaska Anchorage may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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