Your chances of getting into University of Alaska Anchorage
Open Admission Policy
Can I get into UAA? University of Alaska Anchorage is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult University of Alaska Anchorage directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.
UAA GPA
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into University of Alaska Anchorage?
GPA Requirements
The GPA requirements for getting into UAA are to have around a 3.39 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.
If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as UAA accepts 65% of students who apply.
Average GPA
The average unweighted GPA at UAA is 3.39 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #2 in Alaska for highest average GPA.
Importance of GPA
Since UAA is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022
UAA SAT Scores
Testing Requirements
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by University of Alaska Anchorage. The school has a test blind policy.
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 25th Percentile | N/A |
| SAT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Average SAT Score | N/A |
UAA ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 25th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 25th Percentile | N/A |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| Reading 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Math 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Composite 75th Percentile | N/A |
| Average ACT Score | N/A |
High School Class Rank
61% of University of Alaska Anchorage freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 35% are in the top quarter.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 16% |
| Top 25% of class | 35% |
| Top 50% of class | 61% |
Applying
Fall 2025 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 233 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Aug 15, 2025.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Alaska Anchorage is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Alaska Anchorage and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind) |
| High School GPA | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted |
| High School Class Rank | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
| Recommendations | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Other Colleges to Apply To
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=102553 IPEDS survey data for University of Alaska Anchorage.
Last updated February 24, 2024