Key Performance Indicators

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University of Alaska System (UA) The University of Alaska inspires learning, and advances and disseminates knowledge through teaching, research, and public service, emphasizing the North and its diverse peoples. Alaska Statue (AS) 14.40.010, AS 14.40.060 University of Alaska Mission Statement Board of Regents' Policy 01.01.010 Adopted 10-06-00

Key Performance Indicators

• Target: Grow Grant-Funded Research Expenditures

• Target: Increase number of unique beneficiaries in Alaska"s three 529 education savings plans offered by the Education Trust of Alaska
• Target: Increase assets under management in Education Trust of Alaska`s 529 education savings plan offerings
• Target: Increase Philanthropic Support for Students & Programs
• Target: Increase Philanthropic Support for Students & Programs

Performance Detail

Target #1: Increase completion of degree, certificate and endorsement programs Methodology: Number of for-credit degree, certificate and endorsements earned during the fiscal year. Students may earn more than one award during a year. Degrees, Certificates and Endorsements Awarded Fiscal Year Actual FY27 Target FY 2027 4,600 FY 2025 3,421 FY 2024 3,280 FY 2023 3,285 FY 2022 3,567 FY 2021 3,996 Analysis of results and challenges: The number of program credentials awarded decreased 14.4 percent (575 awards) in the last five years. Some moderate declines in program completion numbers were anticipated because of overall enrollment levels dropping during the pandemic. In the last year, the number of degrees awarded has increased 4.3 percent (141 awards). From FY24 to FY25, degrees awarded by UAA increased 1.4 percent (24 awards), UAF increased 5.9 percent (67 awards), and UAS awards increased 11.4 percent (50 awards). From FY24 to FY25, degrees awarded by degree level, Occupational Endorsement Certificate (OEC) increased 17.5 percent (70 awards), 1-year certificates increased 18.5 percent (5 awards), and 2-year certificates decreased 2.1 percent (4 awards). During the same time, Associate of Arts (AA) increased 1.1 percent (4 awards), Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees awarded decreased 1.2 percent (5 awards), and bachelor`s degrees awarded remained relatively unchanged. Master`s degrees awarded increased 2.8 percent (12 awards), licensures increased 44.1 percent (52 awards), and doctorate degrees awarded increased 11.8 percent (4 degrees) year-over-year. The one-year change for UAA has total degrees awarded up 1.4 percent (24 degrees). Increases in awards at the OEC, 1-year certificate, 2-year certificate, licensure and doctorate level of 26.4 percent (51 awards), 54.5 percent (6 awards), 18.4 percent (7 awards), and 133.3 percent (4 awards) respectively resulted in a total net awards increase. From FY24 to FY25 awards decreased at the AA level by 10.0 percent (25 awards), AAS level by 6.5 percent (18 awards), bachelor`s level by 2.5 percent (18 awards), and master`s level by 12.9 percent (22 awards) at UAA. During FY24 to FY25, UAF`s total degrees awarded increased 5.9 percent (67 awards). Awards by degree level decreased 14.1 percent (11 awards) at the OEC level, and by 7.0 percent (9 awards) at the 2-year certificate level. The largest award increase was awards at the AA level which increased 43.0 percent (34 awards), and the second largest award increase was bachelor degrees which increased 5.4 percent (25 awards). Awards also increased at the AAS level by 15.2 percent (17 awards), at master`s level by 3.5 percent (7 awards), and licensures by 8.3 percent (4 awards). The number of doctorate awards in FY25 is the same as FY24 with 31 degrees award. During the same period, UAS degrees awarded increased 11.4 percent (50 degrees). There were decreases in awards at the 1-year certificate level, 2-year certificate level, AA level, AAS level and bachelor level of 6.3 percent (1 award), 9.1 percent (2 awards), 12.8 percent (5 awards), 10.5 percent (4 awards), and 3.9 percent (4 awards) respectively. Increases at the OEC level of 23.4 percent (30 awards), licensure level of 33.3 percent (9 awards), and master`s level of 41.5 percent (27 awards) offset decreases at other levels year-over-year. UA is fundamental to Alaska`s economic recovery, delivering relevant programs that qualify graduates to take current and future jobs in the state. Of program graduates remaining in Alaska one year after graduation, roughly 90 percent were employed in-state. About 1 in 10 Alaska workers are graduates of UAA, UAF, or UAS. UA remains optimistic that improvement is on the horizon, as stabilized enrollment translates into increased program completions with investments aimed at improving student retention and more innovative and online program delivery options. Related links: UA - Anchorage Programs UA - Fairbanks Programs UA - Southeast Programs UA - Degrees Awarded Target Last Modified: 10/13/2025

Target #2: Increase Initial Teacher Licensure Graduates Methodology: Number of academic credentials awarded; some students may earn multiple credentials in a given fiscal year. This is a count of graduates who received a degree in a UA education program that culminates in an initial teacher licensure being awarded. Updates are made annually to add newly created academic programs responding to current needs as well as to remove programs designated for elimination. Initial Teacher Licensure Program Graduates Fiscal Year Actual FY27 Target FY 2027 0 160 FY 2025 115 FY 2024 117 FY 2023 143 FY 2022 161 FY 2021 137 Analysis of results and challenges: To strengthen Teacher Education, the UA Board of Regents established the Alaska College of Education Consortium (ACEC) in June 2021. This consortium consists of the education schools at UAA, UAF and UAS, with the goal of providing a framework and mechanism for communication, collaboration, and resource/information sharing among the programs. The consortium is implementing strategies to increase enrollment and graduates, communicate the existing programs to potential students, and assess state needs. It also seeks to expand academic pathways and opportunities for students by ensuring that a full array of programs and services are available across the state. The number of degrees awarded in teacher licensure programs has decreased by 16.1 percent (22 degrees awarded) from 137 degrees awarded in FY21 to 115 degrees awarded in FY25. The number of degrees awarded decreased by 1.7 percent (2 degrees awarded) from FY24 to FY25, decreasing from 117 degrees awarded to 115. In the last fiscal year, UAA has awarded 3 more degree in initial teacher licensure programs, UAF has awarded 1 fewer degrees, and UAS has awarded 4 fewer degrees. Related links: Alaska College of Education Consortium Teach Alaska: Nationally Accredited & State Approved Programs Teacher education program employment outcomes Alaska College of Education Consortium Target Last Modified: 10/13/2025

Target #3: Increase Health Industry Program Graduates Methodology: Number of academic credentials awarded; some students may earn multiple credentials in a given fiscal year. Programs responding to current Alaska health industry needs are identified by the accredited university delivering the program. Updates are made annually to add newly created academic programs responding to current industry needs as well as to remove programs designated for elimination. Health and Related Program Graduates Fiscal Year Actual FY27 Target FY 2027 980 FY 2025 801 FY 2024 807 FY 2023 841 FY 2022 897 FY 2021 943 Analysis of results and challenges: Alaska`s health care costs are among the highest in the nation. One way to bring down high costs is to grow our own health care workforce. The number of health and related program degrees awarded has decreased 15.1 percent (142 degrees) in the last five years, and remained relatively stable in the last year. At UAA, the number of health and related program degrees awarded has decreased roughly 20.5 percent (122 degrees awarded) from FY21 to FY25, with a decrease of 9.2 percent (48 degrees awarded) from FY24 to FY25. At UAF, health related degrees awarded decreased 3.6 percent (10 degrees awarded) in the last five years, but have increased 18.5 percent (42 degrees awarded) in the last year. At UAS, the trend has been like the other universities with a 14.3 percent (10 degrees awarded) decrease compared to FY21, and no change in the number of awards in the last fiscal year. Some UA health programs operate on a rolling cohort cycle, which can result in annual peaks and drops in the total number of enrollments and graduates in health and related programs. Related links: Health and related program employment outcomes Target Last Modified: 10/13/2025

Target #4: Maintain and grow student enrollment Methodology: Student headcount is unduplicated at the system level, to normalize for students who utilize courses from more than one campus or university in the same semester. Figures count students who audit for-credit courses and exclude students taking only non-credit courses. Student Headcount, Fall Semester Fiscal Year Actual Preliminary FY27 Target FY 2027 26,000 FY 2026 20,300 FY 2025 19,629 FY 2024 20,745 FY 2023 20,228 FY 2022 20,745 FY 2021 22,093 Analysis of results and challenges: Over the last five years, Fall semester student headcount decreased 11.2 percent (2,464 students). There have been improvements in Fall semester enrollment with FY23 to FY24 enrollment increasing 2.6 percent (517 students). In FY25, the one year change for enrollment decreased 5.4 percent (1,116 students) by the close of the Fall 2024 semester. Headcount for Fall 2025 has consistently been higher than Fall 2024, and current projections put Fall 2025 closing enrollment at over 20,300 students. The full Fall 2025 headcount report will be available in January 2026. Looking ahead, the focus is on adding student enrollment, by continuing to foster new students as well as working with continuing students to encourage re-enrollment. UA is committed to seeing this measure improve over the next few years. To this end, the institution has implemented very successful options for dual enrollment; expansion of on-line programs; partnerships with school districts and homeschool programs; and innovative program delivery. Related links: UAA Academic Programs & Admissions UAF Admissions UAS Admissions Target Last Modified: 10/13/2025

Target #5: Increase Dual Enrollment Students Methodology: A dual enrolled student is a high school student taking one or more courses from the University of Alaska. Student headcount is unduplicated at the system level, to normalize for students who utilize courses from more than one campus or university in the same semester. Figures count students who audit for-credit courses and exclude students taking only non-credit courses. Dual Enrolled High School Students Fiscal Year Actual FY27 Target FY 2027 3,630 FY 2025 3,973 FY 2024 4,047 FY 2023 3,597 FY 2022 3,218 FY 2021 2,990 Analysis of results and challenges: Dual enrollment pathways such as Middle Colleges, the Alaska Advantage program, ANSEP Acceleration Academies, and other programs, provide a great benefit to Alaskans by improving both high school graduation rates and smoothing pathways to a successful college career. The University of Alaska is satisfying a growing demand for dual enrollment programs by offering an increasing number of accessible and affordable options for every Alaskan. Increasing dual enrollment relies on prioritizing accessibility and affordability. Collaborative efforts with local governments, school districts, and individual schools have been instrumental in driving dual enrollment programs towards the FY27 target. It is important to note that the sum of university totals may exceed the system total due to the inclusion of unique students, and it is not uncommon for students to be dual enrolled at multiple universities within a fiscal year. Summing the headcount across universities would lead to some students being double counted. From FY24 to FY25 the headcount of dual enrolled high school students decreased 1.9 percent (74 students). Since FY21, dual enrollment headcount has increased 32.9 percent (983 students) resulting in a total of 3,973 dual students with growth. In the last 5 years, all universities have had increases in dual enrolled headcount, and in the last year dual enrolled headcount has increased at UAA and UAS. All UAA campuses offer dual enrollment, and the number of dual enrolled students has increased from 1,468 dual enrollment students in 2021 to 2,009 dual enrollment students (36.9 percent increase) in 2025. In the last year, UAA has added 43 dual students which is an increase of 2.1 percent. In FY20 UAF expanded dual enrollment opportunities through partnerships with Alaska Advantage. This virtual middle college program has established collaborations with more than 40 school districts and homeschool programs across Alaska. Dual enrollment at UAF increased by 27.3 percent (306 students) from 1,120 students in FY21 to 1,426 students in FY25. In the last year, UAF dual enrollment headcount has decreased by 200 students (14.0 percent). UAS also partnered with Alaska Advantage in FY20. Since that partnership, dual enrolled headcount increased 38.0 percent (206 students) from FY21 to FY25, and in the last year, increased 8.3 percent (62 students) from 686 students in FY24 to 748 in FY25. Related links: UAA Dual Enrollment Info UAF Dual Enrollment Info UAS Dual Enrollment Info Target Last Modified: 10/13/2025

Target #1: Grow Grant-Funded Research Expenditures Methodology: Grant-Funded Research Expenditures represent total grant-funded operating and capital research expenditures, including direct research expenditures as well as indirect cost recovery from restricted research grants spent in support of research and administrative support. Many grants provide a multi-year funding commitment, however this measure only consider actual expenditures during the fiscal year. Grant-Funded Research Expenditures (Million $) Fiscal Year Actual FY27 Target FY 2027 193.0 FY 2025 250.3 +13.62% FY 2024 220.3 +14.09% FY 2023 193.1 +6.33% FY 2022 181.6 +17.16% FY 2021 155.0 Analysis of results and challenges: Grant-funded research expenditures reached a record high of $250.3 million in FY25, increasing by 13.6 percent ($30.0 million) from FY24 and 61.5 percent ($95.3 million) over the last five years. This achievement surpasses the University of Alaska Board of Regents` adopted FY27 target for this mission. The FY23 unrestricted general fund investment of $2 million in alternative energy, along with other multi-year investments in drone technology, rare earth minerals, and heavy oil recovery, is expected to drive future expansion of grant-funded research. Scientific research brings direct value to Alaskans through investments in local economies and improvements in community life. A climate of innovation and collaboration fosters growth in research, creative works, and commercialization. It also engages undergraduate and graduate students, helping them gain the skills and knowledge needed to become future leaders. Related links: UAF Research UAA Research UAS Research & Creative Activity Target Last Modified: 09/16/2025

Target #1: Increase number of unique beneficiaries in Alaska"s three 529 education savings plans offered by the Education Trust of Alaska Methodology: Counts unique beneficiaries of 529 accounts in the Alaska 529 (formerly University of Alaska College Savings Plan), the T. Rowe Price College Savings Plan and the John Hancock 529 Plan. Education Trust of Alaska Number of Beneficiaries Fiscal Year Actual FY27 Target FY 2027 0 334,000 FY 2025 314,382 FY 2024 314,277 FY 2023 316,263 FY 2022 317,669 FY 2021 312,083 FY 2020 306,815 Analysis of results and challenges: In April 2022, the Trust launched the Dash to Save™ and Dash to Save More™ incentive programs to encourage every Alaskan to open a 529 account and save systematically. This will substantially impact our ability to achieve this target. Target Last Modified: 09/10/2025

Target #2: Increase assets under management in Education Trust of Alaska`s 529 education savings plan offerings Methodology: Total assets under management (AUM) in plans offered by the Education Trust of Alaska`s three 529 education savings plan accounts: in the Alaska 529 (formerly University of Alaska College Savings Plan), the T. Rowe Price College Savings Plan, and the John Hancock 529 Plan. Education Trust of Alaska Assets Under Management ($B) Fiscal Year Actual FY27 Target FY 2027 0 13.0 FY 2025 11.1 FY 2024 10.5 FY 2023 9.8 FY 2022 9.3 FY 2021 11.0 FY 2020 9.0 Analysis of results and challenges: In 1996, congress approved section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code which allows families to save in a tax-advantaged way. The Education Trust of Alaska was formed by the University of Alaska in 2001 with the goal of creating and offering high-quality 529 plans to help residents prepare for future education expenses. These education expenses as early as possible. Contributions are invested in accounts that grow on tax-deferred and are tax-free when used for qualified education expenses. The Trust operates on a self-funded revenue model. It provides a key service to Alaska residents by providing access to high-quality 529 plans with an added measure of control available to participants through Alaska`s creditor protection laws. The Trust has partnered with the Alaska Department of Revenue and continues to support significant levels of Alaska resident participation in 529 plans. Approximately 13,000 Alaskans automatically contribute at least half of their PFD to a 529 account each year. In 2021, the Trust launched the Dash to Save® and Dash to Save More® incentive programs. In FY24, the incentive for Dash to Save More, $250, was awarded to each new unique account owner/beneficiary relationship, totaling $397,750, which equates to 1,597 new account owner/beneficiary relationships. The incentive for Dash to Save More, $100, was awarded to account owners who set Automatic Monthly Contributions or the Direct Deposit option and contributed in the calendar year, totaling $836,200, which equals 8,362 accounts. Account owners and beneficiaries of the plans can be eligible for in-state tuition and a free application for admission at the University of Alaska. In its three 529 plans, the Trust currently holds more than $10.5B in assets invested in more than 370,000 accounts with 314,000 beneficiaries. Assets under management for the Education Trust of Alaska were $9.8 billion at the close of FY23, an increase of 5.4 percent from FY22. Related links: Education Trust of Alaska

Target #3: Increase Philanthropic Support for Students & Programs Methodology: Number of distinct individuals contributing to UA Foundation. Data prior to FY20 are not displayed, in order to allow for valid trend comparison in context of changes to the way donations were counted for KUAC beginning in FY19. Figures are consistent with the guidelines and practices of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) standards, which are a common set of definitions and procedures for reporting the results of fundraising activities at educational institutions. Data current as of October 2024. Number of Donors Fiscal Year Actuals FY27 Target FY 2027 6,000 FY 2024 4,487 FY 2023 4,377 FY 2022 4,533 FY 2021 5,047 FY 2020 4,572 Analysis of results and challenges: The UA Foundation was established to solicit, manage, and invest donations for the University of Alaska`s exclusive benefit. It is a private nonprofit corporation that operates as a public foundation and operates on a fully self-support revenue model. It provides a critical service to students. More than 15 percent of degree recipients each year have been supported by scholarships administered by the UA Foundation. Nearly $5 million in student support was awarded in FY21 alone. The number of individuals and the amount contributed to the UA Foundation vary from year to year. Although the number of donors has been relatively steady, averaging 4,615 donors for the last four years, the total amount donated each year has increased from about $25 million to around $40 million. The University of Alaska Foundation, UAA, UAF, UAS, and UA System Office began UA`s first systemwide philanthropic fundraising campaign in FY2017. The public launch of this campaign took place in March 2021, with the announcement of a total dollar goal of $200 million to be raised by the end of FY25. This is a comprehensive fundraising campaign with all private support counted including outright gifts and pledges, planned gifts, and private grants. As of July 2023, $248 million has been raised through generous contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support students, faculty, and programs across the UA system. There have been more than 20,000 unique donors to the campaign, including more than 7,200 alumni donors. These private contributions are predominately (more than 95 percent) designated by donors for specific restricted purposes such as scholarships, research, and supplemental programmatic support. Contributions cannot be directed to university operations or to replace budget reductions. Related links: University of Alaska Foundation

Target #4: Increase Philanthropic Support for Students & Programs Methodology: Number of distinct individuals contributing to UA Foundation. Data prior to FY20 are not displayed, in order to allow for valid trend comparison in context of changes to the way donations were counted for KUAC beginning in FY19. Figures are consistent with the guidelines and practices of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) standards, which are a common set of definitions and procedures for reporting the results of fundraising activities at educational institutions. Data current as of October 2024. Number of Donors Fiscal Year Actuals FY27 Target FY 2027 6,000 FY 2025 5,648 FY 2024 4,478 FY 2023 4,376 FY 2022 4,592 FY 2021 5,190 Analysis of results and challenges: The UA Foundation was established to solicit, manage, and invest donations for the University of Alaska`s exclusive benefit. It is a private nonprofit corporation that operates as a public foundation and operates on a fully self-support revenue model. It provides a critical service to students. More than 15 percent of degree recipients each year have been supported by scholarships administered by the UA Foundation. Nearly $5 million in student support was awarded in FY21 alone. The number of individuals and the amount contributed to the UA Foundation vary from year to year. Although the number of donors has been relatively steady, averaging 4,615 donors for the last four years, the total amount donated each year has increased from about $25 million to around $40 million. The University of Alaska Foundation, UAA, UAF, UAS, and UA System Office began UA`s first systemwide philanthropic fundraising campaign in FY2017. The public launch of this campaign took place in March 2021, with the announcement of a total dollar goal of $200 million to be raised by the end of FY25. This is a comprehensive fundraising campaign with all private support counted including outright gifts and pledges, planned gifts, and private grants. As of July 2023, $248 million has been raised through generous contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support students, faculty, and programs across the UA system. There have been more than 20,000 unique donors to the campaign, including more than 7,200 alumni donors. These private contributions are predominately (more than 95 percent) designated by donors for specific restricted purposes such as scholarships, research, and supplemental programmatic support. Contributions cannot be directed to university operations or to replace budget reductions. Related links: University of Alaska Foundation

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