University of Alaska Anchorage

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University of Alaska Anchorage, an urban comprehensive institution, is recognized for its robust STEM offerings anchored by the College of Engineering and the College of Arts & Sciences. The university excels in specific technical and scientific programs, including Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering, Architectural & Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Neuroscience, Chemistry, and Physics. UAA also leads in emerging tech fields through specialized tracks in Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Web Engineering. Beyond its extensive undergraduate, associate, and certificate pathways across its Anchorage, Kenai Peninsula, Kodiak, and Prince William Sound campuses, the university features specialized professional graduate programs. These include master’s degrees in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Engineering, alongside collaborative professional pathways in Medicine (MD with University of Washington), Pharmacy (PharmD with Idaho State University), and Occupational Therapy (OTD with Creighton University). Supported by the College of Health and the College of Business & Public Policy, UAA provides a highly focused academic experience that prepares graduates for impactful careers in technology, healthcare, research, and public service.