Performance Details

University of Alaska - University of Alaska Anchorage

• Return to Departments
• University of Alaska website

Mission

The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) transforms lives through teaching, research, community engagement, and creative expression in a diverse and inclusive environment. Serving students, the state, and the communities of Southcentral Alaska, UAA is a comprehensive, open access, public university established on the ancestral lands of the Dena'ina, Ahtna Dene, Alutiiq/Sugpiaq, Chugachmiut, and Eyak peoples. University of Alaska Anchorage Mission Statement Board of Regents' Policy 01.01.020 Adopted 02-23-24

Core Services

• Opportunity: Provide opportunities to Alaskans in their pursuit of academic and workforce preparation.
• Student Success: Further student success and completion by improving retention rates for associate and baccalaureate seeking students.
• Pathways: Engage students in accelerated pathways from secondary to postsecondary education.
• Community Partner: Transform the lives of students, communities, and the State through the advancement of knowledge and evidence-based practice.
• Access: Maintain affordable education for the students and the State of Alaska.

Mission Results	Core Services
A: We put students first. Details > TARGET #1: Annual Unduplicated Student Enrollment for Credit Headcount TARGET #2: Total Number of Certificates and Degrees Awarded	A1: Opportunity: Provide opportunities to Alaskans in their pursuit of academic and workforce preparation. Details > TARGET #1: Total Student Credit Hours Delivered TARGET #2: Total Number of Certificate and Associate Degrees Awarded TARGET #3: Enrollment in Career and Technical Education Courses TARGET #4: University of Alaska Anchorage Degrees and Certificates Awarded in Education A2: Student Success: Further student success and completion by improving retention rates for associate and baccalaureate seeking students. Details > TARGET #1: First-Time, Full-Time Associates-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall TARGET #2: First-Time, Part-Time Associates-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall TARGET #3: First-Time, Full-Time Baccalaureate-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall TARGET #4: First-Time, Part-Time Baccalaureate-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall
Mission Results	Core Services
B: We embrace our role as a trusted and respected community partner. Details > TARGET #1: Dual Enrollment (Annual Unduplicated Headcount)	B1: Pathways: Engage students in accelerated pathways from secondary to postsecondary education. Details > TARGET #1: UAA Middle College Enrollment (Annual Unduplicated Headcount) TARGET #2: Middle College Conversion to regular UAA enrolled
Mission Results	Core Services
C: We positively impact communities and the world through innovation. Details > TARGET #1: Annual Expenditures from Research and Public Service Grants and Contracts (in Million $)	C1: Community Partner: Transform the lives of students, communities, and the State through the advancement of knowledge and evidence-based practice. Details > TARGET #1: Annual Expenditures from Research and Public Service Grants and Contracts (in Million $)
Mission Results	Core Services
D: We accelerate excellence through continuous improvement. Details > TARGET #1: Average course specific fees per students	D1: Access: Maintain affordable education for the students and the State of Alaska. Details > TARGET #1: Textbook Affordability

Performance Detail

A: Result -We put students first.

Target #1: Annual Unduplicated Student Enrollment for Credit Headcount Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Annual Unduplicated Student Enrollment for Credit Headcount Fiscal Year Headcount FY 2025 13,963 FY 2024 18,416 FY 2023 17,084 FY 2022 17,717 FY 2021 19,490 Analysis of results and challenges: A business process change at UAA in FY 2025 shifted certain course offerings—specifically, Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) courses for educators and fishing vessel training courses at Prince William Sound College—from the credit to the non-credit system. As a result, 1,559 student enrollments from Fall 2024 and 2,608 from Spring 2025 (a total of 4,167) that were previously included in official credit headcounts are now excluded. This change significantly affects year-over-year comparisons. UAA officially reported 13,963 unduplicated credit-enrolled students in FY 2025, a 24.2% decrease from FY 2024 (18,416). However, when the excluded enrollments are added back for comparison purposes, the adjusted FY 2025 headcount would be approximately 18,130—representing only a 1.6% decrease from the prior year. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Target #2: Total Number of Certificates and Degrees Awarded Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. 2025 data are preliminary numbers at time of reporting. Total Number of Certificates and Degrees Awarded Fiscal Year Total Awards FY 2025 1,729 FY 2024 1,706 FY 2023 1,682 FY 2022 1,895 FY 2021 2,079 Analysis of results and challenges: In FY 2025, (preliminary), the total number of awards rose slightly to 1,729, representing a 1.3% increase compared to FY 2024 and a 2.8% increase since FY 2023. This marks the second consecutive year of growth in total awards, despite an overall downward trend in headcount enrollment and underscores the resilience of current students in progressing toward credential completion, as well as the efficacy of UAA`s strategic enrollment management student success efforts. UAA`s overall student population continues to exhibit extended time-to-degree patterns, averaging just over 6 years with many pursuing non-consecutive enrollment paths. As such, changes in degree conferral may reflect both delayed effects of past enrollment declines and the ongoing support structures that help students persist and complete over longer time horizons. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

A1: Core Service - Opportunity: Provide opportunities to Alaskans in their pursuit of academic and workforce preparation.

Target #1: Total Student Credit Hours Delivered Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Total Student Credit Hours Delivered Fiscal Year Credit Hours FY 2025 207,233 FY 2024 209,584 FY 2023 195,979 FY 2022 205,000 FY 2021 236,728 Analysis of results and challenges: In FY 2025, total student credit hour (SCH) delivery declined slightly to 207,233, representing a 1.1% decrease from FY 2024. This is a result of the change in business practices as discussed in A, Target #1 Annual Unduplicated Annual Enrollment for Credit (above). While we can identify the headcount that shifted to the non-credit platform, we cannot reliably estimate the associated credit hours, as continuing education courses vary significantly in contact hours. Even with this business process change, SCH delivery remains above FY 2023 levels and continues to signal strong student engagement across UAA`s campuses. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Target #2: Total Number of Certificate and Associate Degrees Awarded Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Counts include Associate Degrees, Undergraduate Certificates, and Occupational Endorsement Certificates. Total Number of Certificate and Associate Degrees Awarded Fiscal Year Enrollments FY 2025 791 FY 2024 771 FY 2023 622 FY 2022 782 FY 2021 796 Analysis of results and challenges: Historically, Certificates and Associate degrees account for roughly 35% of all awards made by UAA. In FY 2025 (preliminary), the number of these awards increased slightly to 791, a 2.6% rise over FY 2024. While not as sharp as the 24% increase seen in the previous year over year results, this continued growth is a positive indicator, particularly amid broader historical enrollment disruptions. The sustained upward movement in sub-baccalaureate credentials in part reflects UAA`s responsiveness to workforce needs and flexible academic pathways. As with overall degree conferrals, long-term impacts of external factors on award trends will continue to be tracked closely. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Target #3: Enrollment in Career and Technical Education Courses Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Data represents enrollments in courses with a CTE flag assigned in Banner. * Business process changes in UAA identification of CTE courses impacted enrollments beginning in FY2022. Enrollment in Career and Technical Education Courses Fiscal Year Enrollments FY 2025 5,097 FY 2024 6,017 FY 2023 5,629 FY 2022 5,430 FY 2021 5,861 Analysis of results and challenges: In FY 2025, enrollment in Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses declined to 5,097, a 15.3% decrease compared to FY 2024. Largely the result of changing business practices, this reversal follows two years of growth. It also presents a much clearer picture of UAA`s momentum in workforce-oriented academic pathways. CTE courses—whether taken individually or as part of a credential program—remain a critical component of UAA`s mission to train Alaska`s workforce. At this time, the decline is seen as a more focused and accurate view of core CTE engagement which is in addition to the currently robust but uncounted non-credit professional development and industry course offerings. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Target #4: University of Alaska Anchorage Degrees and Certificates Awarded in Education Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data.FY2025 degrees awarded is as of time of reporting counting all credentials awarded through the School of Education. University of Alaska Anchorage Degrees and Certificates Awarded in Education Fiscal Year Degrees Awarded FY 2025 75 FY 2024 49 FY 2023 46 FY 2022 48 FY 2021 56 Analysis of results and challenges: The UAA School of Education saw a substantial increase in degrees awarded in FY 2025, rising to 75, a 53.1% increase over FY 2024. This sharp growth reflects encouraging progress in addressing the ongoing educator shortage across Alaska. The gains may be attributed in part to new Early Childhood Education programs and the strategic development of apprenticeship models, both of which aim to diversify and expand entry points into the teaching profession. These efforts are expected to continue bolstering the number of education-related credentials and support the preparation of a strong, sustainable educator workforce for the state. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

A2: Core Service - Student Success: Further student success and completion by improving retention rates for associate and baccalaureate seeking students.

Target #1: First-Time, Full-Time Associates-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Values reported for cohort entry term who returned the following fall. First-Time, Full-Time Associates-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall Fiscal Year Retention Rate FY 2023 60% FY 2022 54% FY 2021 51% FY 2020 56% FY 2019 51% Analysis of results and challenges: Associate and baccalaureate retention is one of the primary indicators of UAA Mission Fulfillment. Retention data is also disaggregated into groups such as full- and part-time students to help UAA address and work toward closing achievement gaps. The 60% preliminary retention rate for FY 2023 represents a 9-percentage point increase over the FY 2019 cohort and continues a consistent upward trend. This steady progress among First-Time, Full-Time associate degree-seeking students—returning from their first to second fall—demonstrates UAA`s sustained efforts in student support, advising, and first-year engagement strategies, reinforcing its commitment to improving student success outcomes. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Target #2: First-Time, Part-Time Associates-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Values reported for cohort entry term who returned the following fall. First-Time, Part-Time Associates-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall Fiscal Year Retention Rate FY 2023 49% FY 2022 44% FY 2021 39% FY 2020 41% FY 2019 39% Analysis of results and challenges: Retention rates for part-time students pursuing associate degrees have shown encouraging improvement since the Fall 2018 cohort. The preliminary 49% retention rate for the Fall 2022 to Fall 2023 cohort reflects a 5-percentage point increase over the prior year and the highest rate observed in the last five cohorts. This upward trend suggests that UAA`s targeted retention strategies—particularly for part-time students, who often face additional academic and personal barriers—are gaining traction. Continued monitoring and support tailored to the needs of this population will be essential for sustaining and building on these gains. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Target #3: First-Time, Full-Time Baccalaureate-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Values reported for cohort entry term who returned the following fall. First-Time, Full-Time Baccalaureate-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall Fiscal Year Retention Rate FY 2023 71% FY 2022 72% FY 2021 66% FY 2020 69% FY 2019 68% Analysis of results and challenges: Retention of UAA students in the First-Time, Full-Time baccalaureate-seeking cohort remains strong, with a preliminary rate of 71% for the Fall 2022 to Fall 2023 cohort. While this represents a 1 percentage point decrease from the previous year, it remains well above earlier cohort rates and reflects sustained progress since FY 2021, when retention in this demographic was 66%. The broader upward trend over the past five cohorts suggests that retention strategies are having a cross-cutting impact across degree levels. UAA continues to conduct internal studies to better understand the effectiveness of these strategies and how they may further support student persistence and success. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Target #4: First-Time, Part-Time Baccalaureate-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Values reported for cohort entry term who returned the following fall. First-Time, Part-Time Baccalaureate-Seeking Retention from First to Second Fall Fiscal Year Retention Rate FY 2023 49% FY 2022 43% FY 2021 47% FY 2020 51% FY 2019 37% Analysis of results and challenges: Data and research from the National Center for Education Statistics indicate that part-time students typically experience lower retention rates due to factors such as family obligations, financial pressures, and broader economic conditions. For the Fall 2022 to Fall 2023 cohort, UAA saw a 6-percentage point increase, with retention rising to a preliminary rate 49%—the highest rate since FY 2020. This gain marks a notable reversal of the prior year`s decline and may signal early success of institutional efforts in putting students first and supporting them throughout their academic journey. UAA`s ongoing research into retention strategies remains focused on identifying which interventions are most effective for this population as part of the broader UA goals for increasing retention rates. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

B: Result -We embrace our role as a trusted and respected community partner.

Target #1: Dual Enrollment (Annual Unduplicated Headcount) Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Dual Enrollment (Annual Unduplicated Headcount) Fiscal Year Headcount FY 2025 2,009 FY 2024 1,966 FY 2023 1,598 FY 2022 1,358 FY 2021 1,468 Analysis of results and challenges: For the fourth consecutive year, dual enrollment participation at UAA has continued to grow, reaching an annual unduplicated headcount of 2,009 in FY 2025. This represents a 2.2% increase over FY 2024 and a 25.7% increase compared to FY 2023. While the pace of growth has moderated slightly from the prior year`s 23% surge, the sustained upward trajectory reflects the coordinated efforts across UAA to expand access and build early college pathways. These enrollments include high school students participating through individual course registration or formal programs such as middle college, strengthening UAA`s connection to future college cohorts. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

B1: Core Service - Pathways: Engage students in accelerated pathways from secondary to postsecondary education.

Target #1: UAA Middle College Enrollment (Annual Unduplicated Headcount) Methodology: Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. UAA Middle College Enrollment (Annual Unduplicated Headcount) Fiscal Year Headcount FY 2025 648 FY 2024 535 FY 2023 430 FY 2022 513 FY 2021 546 Analysis of results and challenges: UAA middle college enrollment continued its strong upward trend in FY 2025, reaching an annual unduplicated headcount of 648, a 21.2% increase over FY 2024. This marks the second consecutive year of significant growth following the rebound from FY 2022. As overall university enrollment patterns fluctuate, middle college programs remain a key driver of enrollment growth, offering structured early college access to high school students. The sustained expansion of this program reflects UAA`s strategic emphasis on dual enrollment pathways and its success in building strong partnerships with local school districts to support Alaskans in their progression towards higher education. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Target #2: Middle College Conversion to regular UAA enrolled Methodology: The UAA Dual Enrollment conversion rate is defined as any UAA dual enrolled student who had (at time of data freeze) a Banner High School Graduation date between January 1 and August 1 in a calendar year and enrolled for credit at UAA in that same calendar year. Data as reported through the UA Datawarehouse (DSDMGR) Official Freeze Data. Data represents the total percentage of students who enrolled at UAA in a given year and were at any time a prior UAA middle college student. * Note Calendar year refers to the High School Graduation class with graduation dates between January 1 and August 1 in that year. Middle College Conversion to regular UAA enrolled Fiscal Year Percent FY 2024 31.6% FY 2023 31.5% FY 2022 26.6% FY 2021 26.8% Analysis of results and challenges: The percentage of dual-enrolled high school students who continued on to regular UAA enrollment increased to 31.6% for the Class of 2024, up slightly from 31.5% the year before. While the year-over-year growth was small, the steady rise since 2021 shows ongoing success in helping dual-enrolled students transition into UAA degree programs. This continued progress supports UAA`s efforts to build Alaska`s educated workforce by strengthening the path from high school to college. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

C: Result -We positively impact communities and the world through innovation.

Target #1: Annual Expenditures from Research and Public Service Grants and Contracts (in Million $) Methodology: As reported through the internal UAA Datawarehouse. Expenditures are calculated based on transactional ledger expenditure data for NCHEMS coded projects in Research or Public Service categories. *2025 numbers are preliminary at time of reporting. Annual Expenditures from Research and Public Service Grants and Contracts (in Million $) Fiscal Year Amount (in Million $) FY 2025 $54.2 FY 2024 $44.1 FY 2023 $37.4 FY 2022 $37.4 FY 2021 $34.6 Analysis of results and challenges: UAA continues to support Alaska communities through research and public service partnerships with federal, state, and local agencies. In FY 2025, total (preliminary) expenditures from research and public service grants and contracts rose to $54.2 million, a 22.9% increase over FY 2024 and a 57% increase (or $19.6 million) compared to FY 2021. This sustained growth reflects UAA`s expanding role in addressing regional needs through applied research and outreach, strengthening the university`s contributions to workforce development, health, education, and community resilience. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

C1: Core Service - Community Partner: Transform the lives of students, communities, and the State through the advancement of knowledge and evidence-based practice.

Target #1: Annual Expenditures from Research and Public Service Grants and Contracts (in Million $) Methodology: As reported through the internal UAA Datawarehouse. Expenditures are calculated based on transactional ledger expenditure data for NCHEMS coded projects in Research or Public Service categories. *2025 numbers are preliminary at time of reporting. Annual Expenditures from Research and Public Service Grants and Contracts (in Million $) Fiscal Year Amount (in Million $) FY 2025 $54.2 FY 2024 $44.1 FY 2023 $37.4 FY 2022 $37.4 FY 2021 $34.6 Analysis of results and challenges: UAA continues to support Alaska communities through research and public service partnerships with federal, state, and local agencies. In FY 2025, total (preliminary) expenditures from research and public service grants and contracts rose to $54.2 million, a 22.9% increase over FY 2024 and a 57% increase (or $19.6 million) compared to FY 2021. This sustained growth reflects UAA`s expanding role in addressing regional needs through applied research and outreach, strengthening the university`s contributions to workforce development, health, education, and community resilience. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

D: Result -We accelerate excellence through continuous improvement.

Target #1: Average course specific fees per students Methodology: Using Banner data on charges to select course-aligned registration fees. *2025 is preliminary at the time of reporting. Average course specific fees per students Fiscal Year Avg. Fee FY 2025 $296 FY 2024 $257 FY 2023 $273 FY 2022 $281 FY 2021 $319 Analysis of results and challenges: Over the past five years, the average course specific fee per student has decreased $23 per individual, or a 7.2% reduction in average fees from FY 2021 to FY 2025. An effort to review, reduce, and delete course fees has been ongoing, with a comprehensive review of every single course fee over the past two years. Across all UAA, over 1,600 fees were reviewed for continued approval. Between Spring 2024 and Spring 2025 UAA reduced the number of courses with associated fees on the Anchorage campus alone from 1435 courses to 592 courses, a reduction of nearly 60%. Across all UAA campuses, the total number of courses with fees, such as lab, materials, or equipment fees, is now 775 courses. The five-year trend illustrates UAA`s commitment to affordability, though the rebound in FY 2025 suggests emerging fiscal pressures such as inflationary adjustments, causing increases in materials and commodities, and increased participation in higher-fee courses such as those in health related and workforce-based programs. Overall, these results provide insight into UAA`s work in balancing affordability with revenue needs. Continued monitoring and analysis will be essential to understanding long-term impacts and maintaining affordability initiatives. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

D1: Core Service - Access: Maintain affordable education for the students and the State of Alaska.

Target #1: Textbook Affordability Methodology: As reported through the UAA bookstore for all course sections where the total cost of required materials was $40 or less. This includes Open Educational Resources (OER), No Text Required (NTR), and sections where all required bookstore items together cost $40 or less. Optional items and supplies were excluded. Textbook Affordability Fiscal Year Total Count FY 2025 3,747 FY 2024 2,658 Analysis of results and challenges: UAA continues to reduce financial barriers for students by expanding the use of Open Educational Resources (OER) and promoting low-cost (under $40) or no-cost textbook options. Under this conservative methodology 2,658 course sections met the affordability standard (total required textbook materials for a course-section that were less than $40) in FY 2024. In FY 2025 the number of courses which met this standard increased to 3,747 in FY 2025, representing a 41% increase in affordable course sections year-over-year. Target Last Modified: 09/17/2025

Last refreshed: 03/04/2026 05:01 pm