3211 Providence Dr. Anchorage, AK
- Rating: C+
- 4,211 Students
- Public
Description
The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) is the largest campus in the University of Alaska system, offering diverse programs in business, health sciences, engineering, and aviation. Located in the state’s largest city, it provides students with strong academic and career connections to Alaska’s industries. UAA emphasizes hands-on learning, research, and community engagement in a unique northern setting.
National Merit
UAA offers the following National Merit Scholarship:
- Residency Requirements: Alaska residents, nonresidents
- Amount: $1,000/semester, for up to eight semesters
- Renewable: yes
Administered by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, applicants must take the PSAT/NMSQT in October of their junior year of high school. If notified that you are a National Merit Scholar and you’d like to attend UAA, submit a copy of your National Merit Letter to the UAA Honors College and contact the UAA Office of Financial Aid.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
University of Alaska Anchorage awards $5M each year in scholarships to UA students. Applicants must complete the General Application through the UA Scholarship Portal by February 15.
- Eligibility:Â first-year, current, transfer, returning, graduate
- Residency Requirements:Â Alaska residents, nonresidents, international students
- Amount:Â varies
- Deadline: application period is October 1–February 15 each year
Last Updated: February 2025