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CATALOG 2000-2001

UNIVERSITY OF ALASKAANCHORAGE

3211 Providence DriveAnchorage, Alaska 99508-8046

www.uaa.alaska.edu

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It is the responsibility of the individual student to become familiar with the policies and regulations ofUAA printed in this catalog. The responsibility for meeting all graduation requirements rests with thestudent. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this catalog. However,the University of Alaska Anchorage Catalog is not a contract but rather a guide for the convenience ofstudents. The University reserves the right to change or withdraw courses; to change the fees, rules, andcalendar for admission, registration, instruction, and graduation; and to change other regulations affectingthe student body at any time. The University of Alaska Anchorage includes the units of Anchorage,Kenai, Kodiak, and Matanuska-Susitna.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter Page

1. Welcome to UAA.........................................................................9

2. Enrollment Services...................................................................15

3. Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid..............................................23

4. Advising, Learning, and Assistance.......................................33

5. Student Life ................................................................................39

6. Educational Delivery Services.................................................55

7. Centers and Institutes...............................................................59

8. Academic Policies......................................................................63

9. Undergraduate Admission and Degree Programs...............77

University Honors Program ....................................................87

College of Arts and Sciences....................................................88

College of Business and Public Policy .................................125

College of Health, Education, and Social Welfare..............142

Community and Technical College ......................................164

School of Engineering.............................................................202

10. Graduate Admission and Degree Programs .......................213

College of Arts and Sciences..................................................220

College of Business and Public Policy .................................230

College of Health, Education, and Social Welfare..............234

Community and Technical College ......................................246

School of Engineering.............................................................247

11. Course Descriptions................................................................251

12. Directory ...................................................................................405

Index................................................................................................414

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It is the policy of the University of Alaska to provide equal education and employment opportunities and to provide service and benefits to all students andemployees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran. This policy is inaccordance with the laws enforced by the Department of Education and the Department of Labor, including Presidential Executive Order 11246, as amended,Title VI and Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Public Health Service Act of 1971, the Veterans’Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Equal Pay Act of1963, the 14th Amendment, EEOC’s Sex Discrimination Guidelines, and Alaska Statutes 18.80.220 and 14.18. Inquiries regarding application of these andother regulations should be directed to the University’s Affirmative Action Director, the Office of Civil Rights (Department of Education, Washington, DC),or the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (Department of Labor, Washington, DC).

SOURCES OF INFORMATIONUNIVERSITY OF ALASKA ANCHORAGE

3211 PROVIDENCE DRIVEANCHORAGE, AK 99508-8046

CAMPUS DIRECTORY: (907) 786-1800

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Academic Affairs (907) 786-1921Administration Building, Room 214

Accounting Services (907) 786-1440Administration Building Lobby

Administrative Services (907) 786-4620Administration Building, Room 279

Admissions (907) 786-1480Administration Building Lobby

Advising and Counseling Center (907) 786-4500 (V/TTY)

Business Education Building, Room 115

AHAINA Student Programs (907) 786-4070Business Education Building, Room 106

Campus Center Information Desk (907) 786-1204 (V/TTY)

Campus Center, Room 233

Campus Life (907) 786-1215Campus Center, Room 226

Career Services Center (907) 786-4513Business Education Building, Room 122

Chancellor’s Office (907) 786-1437Administration Building, Room 216

Community Education and Training Programs (907) 786-6750

Diplomacy Building, Suite 501

Conference and Catering (907) 751-7241Commons

Consortium Library (907) 786-1871College of Arts and Science Building

Disability Support Services (907) 786-4530(907) 786-4536 (V/TTY)

Business Education Building, Room 105

Educational Opportunity Center (907) 274-5522500 “L” Street, Suite 501

Enrollment Services (907) 786-1480Administration Building Lobby

Facilities Scheduling (907) 786-1209Administration, Room 261

Financial Aid (907) 786-1586Administration Building Lobby

Housing and Dining (907) 751-7200Commons

National Student Exchange Program (907) 786-1558

Administration Building Lobby

Native Student Services (907) 786-4000Business Education Building, Room 108

Psychological Services Center (907) 786-1795CAS Building, Room 264

Registration (907) 786-1480Administration Building Lobby

Residence Life (907) 751-7444Main Apartment Complex

Student Affairs (907) 786-1214 (V/TTY)Campus Center, Room 233

Student Health Center (907) 786-4040Business Education Building, Room 120

Study Abroad Programs (907) 786-1558Administration Building, Room 158

University Police Department (907) 786-1120Eugene Short Building, Room 114

Union of Students (907) 786-1205Campus Center, Room 228

Veterans Affairs (907) 786-1528Administration Building, Room 154

SOURCES OF INFORMATIONSCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

EXTENDED COLLEGES AND SITESMILITARY EDUCATION SERVICES

AFFILIATE COLLEGE

SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

College of Arts and Sciences (907) 786-1707Web site: www.uaa.alaska.edu/cas/College of Arts and Sciences Building, Room 335

Community and Technical College (907) 786-6400Web site: www.uaa.alaska.edu/ctc/ctc.htmAllied Health Sciences Building, Room 170

College of Business and Public Policy (907) 786-4100Web site: www.cbpp.uaa.alaska.eduBusiness Education Building, Room 309

College of Health, Education, (907) 786-4406and Social WelfareWeb site: www.uaa.alaska.edu/camai/heshome.htmlClassroom Building K, Room 216

School of Engineering (907) 786-1900Web site: www.engr.uaa.alaska.eduEngineering Building, Room 201

EXTENDED COLLEGES AND SITES

Chugiak/Eagle River Campus (907) 694-3313Web site: www.uaa.alaska.edu/eagle/Dennis Clark, Director FAX (907) 694-149110928 Eagle River Road, Suite 228Eagle River, Alaska 99577

Kenai Peninsula College (907) 262-0300Web site: www.uaa.alaska.edu/kenai/Ginger Steffy, Director FAX (907) 262-928034820 College Drive, Soldotna, Alaska 99669

Kenai Peninsula CollegeKachemak Bay Branch (907) 235-7743Web site: www.uaa.alaska.edu/kenai/Carol Swartz, Director FAX (907) 235-6376533 E. Pioneer Avenue, Homer, Alaska 99603

Kodiak College (907) 486-4161Web site: www.koc.alaska.eduDr. Douglas Hammer, Director FAX (907) 486-1257117 Benny Benson Drive, Kodiak, Alaska 99615

Matanuska-Susitna (Mat-Su) College (907) 745-9774Web site: www.uaa.alaska.edu/matsuStephen Sylvester, Director FAX (907) 745-9747P.O. Box 2889, Palmer, Alaska 99645

MILITARY EDUCATION SERVICES

Director of Statewide Military Education (907) 753-7119Eleanor Schaff FAX (907) 753-83904109 Bullard AvenueElmendorf AFB, Alaska 99506

ANCHORAGE AREA MILITARY EDUCATION SERVICES

Elmendorf Air Force Base (907) 753-0204Dean Terencio, Director FAX (907) 753-83904109 Bullard AvenueElmendorf AFB, Alaska 99506

Fort Richardson Army Post (907) 428-1228Dean Terencio, Director FAX (907) 428-1002Fort Richardson CenterKiska Hall, Building 658Fort Richardson Army Post, Alaska 99505

NORTHERN ALASKA MILITARY EDUCATION SERVICES

Fort Wainwright Education Center (907) 353-6395Director FAX (907) 356-3762Building 2107, Room 99, Montgomery RoadP.O. Box 35449Fort Wainwright Army Post, Alaska 99703

Clear Education Center (907) 377-1396Director FAX (907) 372-3492c/o 3124 Wabash Ave. Room 105Eielson AFB, Ak 99702

Eielson Education Center (907) 372-3484Director FAX (907) 372-34923124 Wabash Ave. Room 105P.O. Box 4510Eielson AFB, Alaska 99702

AFFILIATE COLLEGE

Prince William Sound (907) 834-1600Community College FAX (907) 834-1627Web site: www.uaa.alaska.edu/pwscc/Dr. JoAnn McDowell, President 1-800-478-8800P.O. Box 97Valdez, Alaska 99686with Centers at Cordova and Copper Basin

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KEYAI Programs offered through AnchorageKO Programs offered through KodiakKP Programs offered through KenaiMA Programs offered through Mat-Su

CERTIFICATESArchitectural Drafting(AI)........................................169Automotive Technology(AI)....................................171Aviation Maintenance Technology(AI)...................178Civil Engineering Drafting(AI)................................169Dental Assisting(AI)..................................................186Diesel Technology(AI)...............................................172Early Childhood Development(AI).........................143Electronics Technology(AI, MA)..............................188Mechanical and Electrical Drafting(AI)..................169Mechanical Technology(KP).....................................191Office Technology(AI, KO, KP, MA).......................135Paralegal Studies(AI).................................................160Petroleum Technology (KP).......................................196Refrigeration and Heating Technology(MA).........197Small Business Management(KP)............................128Structural Drafting(AI)..............................................169Welding Technology(KP)..........................................201

DEGREE PROGRAMSASSOCIATE DEGREESAssociate of Arts(AI, KO, KP, MA)..................89

Associate of Applied ScienceAccounting(AI, MA)..................................................125Air Traffic Control(AI)...............................................176Apprenticeship Technologies(AI)............................168Architectural and Engineering Technology(AI)....170Automotive Technology(AI)....................................173Aviation Administration(AI)....................................177Aviation Maintenance Technology(AI)...................179Business Computer Information Systems(AI).......135Computer Electronics(KP)........................................181Culinary Arts(AI).......................................................182Dental Assisting(AI)..................................................186Dental Hygiene(AI)...................................................187Diesel Technology(AI)...............................................174Early Childhood Development(AI).........................143Electronics Technology(AI, MA)..............................188Fire Service Administration(AI, MA).....................189General Business(KO)...............................................128Geomatics(AI).............................................................207Human Services (AI, MA).........................................156Industrial Process Instrumentation(KP).................190Medical Assisting(AI)................................................192Medical Laboratory Technology (AI).......................193Nursing(AI).................................................................147Occupational Safety and Health (AI).......................194O ffice Management and Te c h n o l o g y (AI, KO, KP, MA).1 3 6Paramedical Technology (AI)....................................195Petroleum Technology (KP).......................................196Professional Piloting(AI)...........................................180Refrigeration and Heating Technology(MA).........197Small Business Administration(AI, KP, MA).........128Technology(KO).........................................................198Welding Technology(AI)...........................................201

Bachelor of ArtsAnthropology(AI)........................................................90Art(AI)...........................................................................93Biological Sciences(AI)................................................96Computer Science(AI)...............................................102Economics(AI)............................................................140English(AI)..................................................................105History(AI)..................................................................109Hospitality and Restaurant Management(AI).......182Interdisciplinary Studies(AI)......................................84Journalism and Public Communications(AI).........110Justice(AI)....................................................................158Languages(AI)............................................................112Mathematics(AI).........................................................113Music(AI).....................................................................115Political Science(AI)...................................................119Psychology(AI)...........................................................120Sociology(AI)..............................................................121Theatre (AI)..................................................................123

Bachelor of Business AdministrationAccounting(AI)...........................................................126Economics(AI)............................................................129Finance(AI)..................................................................129Global Logistics Management(AI)..........................129Management(AI)........................................................129Management Information Systems(AI)..................138Marketing(AI).............................................................129

Bachelor of EducationElementary Education(AI)........................................144Physical Education(AI).............................................144

Bachelor of Fine ArtsArt(AI)...........................................................................93

Bachelor of Human ServicesHuman Services(AI)..................................................157

Bachelor of MusicMusic, Music Education Emphasis (AI)..................115Performance(AI).........................................................115

Bachelor of ScienceAnthropology(AI)........................................................91Aviation Technology...................................................175Biological Sciences(AI)................................................97Chemistry(AI).............................................................100Civil Engineering(AI)................................................202Computer Science(AI)...............................................103Geomatics(AI).............................................................208Interdisciplinary Studies(AI)......................................84Mathematics(AI).........................................................113Natural Sciences(AI)............................................98, 117Nursing Science(AI)...................................................151Psychology(AI)...........................................................120Sociology(AI)..............................................................121Technology (AI)...........................................................199

Bachelor of Social WorkSocial Work(AI)..........................................................161

MinorsAccounting(AI)...........................................................127Addiction Studies(AI)...............................................155Alaska Native Studies(AI)..........................................90Anthropology(AI)........................................................92Applied Statistics(AI)..................................................92Art(AI)...........................................................................95Aviation Technology(AI)...........................................176Biological Sciences(AI)................................................98Business Administration(AI)....................................134Canadian Studies(AI)..................................................99Chemistry(AI).............................................................101

Minors (Continued)Communication (AI)...................................................101Computer Information Systems(AI).......................140Computer Science (AI)...............................................104Creative Writing and Literary Arts (AI)..................104Economics(AI)............................................................141Education(AI).............................................................146English(AI)..................................................................107Environmental Studies(AI).......................................107Geology(AI)................................................................108History(AI)..................................................................109Journalism and Public Communications(AI).........111Justice(AI)....................................................................159Languages (AI)............................................................113Mathematics(AI).........................................................114Music(AI).....................................................................116Philosophy(AI)...........................................................118Physical Education(AI).............................................144Political Science(AI)...................................................119Psychology(AI)...........................................................121Social Welfare Studies (AI)........................................163Sociology(AI)..............................................................122Theatre (AI)..................................................................123Women's Studies (AI).................................................124

Master of ArtsAnthropology (AI)......................................................220English (AI)..................................................................228Interdisciplinary Studies(AI)....................................218

Master of Arts in TeachingEducation(AI).............................................................239

Master of Business AdministrationBusiness Administration(AI)....................................230

Master of Civil EngineeringCivil Engineering (AI)................................................248

Master of EducationAdult Education(AI)..................................................239Counseling and Guidance(AI).................................237Educational Leadership(AI).....................................238Master Teacher(AI)....................................................236Special Education(AI)................................................238

Master of Fine ArtsCreative Writing and Literary Arts (AI).................227

Master of Public AdministrationPublic Administration(AI)........................................232

Master of ScienceArctic Engineering(AI)..............................................247Biological Sciences(AI)..............................................222Civil Engineering(AI)................................................248Clinical Psychology(AI)............................................223Engineering Management(AI).................................249Environmental Quality Engineering(AI)................250Environmental Quality Science(AI)........................250Interdisciplinary Studies (AI)....................................218Nursing Science(AI)...................................................241Science Management(AI)..........................................249Vocational Education(AI)..........................................246

Master of Social WorkSocial Work(AI)..........................................................243

CERTIFICATES AND DEGREES

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FALL SEMESTER 2000

AUGUST 28, 2000Instruction beginsLate Registration begins

SEPTEMBER 4-5, 2000Labor Day Break (No Classes)UAAclosed (Sept. 4)

SEPTEMBER 15, 2000December Graduation Application Deadline

OCTOBER 1, 2000Spring Application for Admission Priority Deadline

OCTOBER 27, 2000Independent/Directed Study Deadline

NOVEMBER 22-26, 2000Thanksgiving HolidayUAA closed (Nov. 23 & 24)

DECEMBER 11-17, 2000Final exam week

DECEMBER 17, 2000Instruction ends

DECEMBER 21, 2000Grades available on WolfLine

SPRING SEMESTER 2001

OCTOBER 23, 2000WolfLine Registration begins

JANUARY 8, 2001Instruction beginsLate Registration begins

JANUARY 15, 2001Alaska Civil Rights DayNo classes

JANUARY 26, 2001May Graduation Application Deadline

MARCH 1, 2001Summer Application for Admission Priority Deadline

MARCH 12, 2001Independent/Directed Study Deadline

MARCH 4-10, 2001Spring Break (No classes)UAA closed (March 9)

APRIL 29 - MAY 5, 2001Final exam week

May 1, 2001Fall Application for Admission Priority Deadline

May 5, 2001Instruction ends

MAY 6, 2001Commencement

MAY 10, 2001Grades available on WolfLine

2000-2001 ACADEMIC CALENDAR

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This calendar is subject to change by the university administration and/or Board of Regents. The academiccalendar printed in the semester class schedules will contain detailed and updated information.

CHAPTER 1

WELCOME TO UAA

Welcome to UAAMission Summary

Anchorage (Goose Lake) CampusKenai Peninsula College

Kodiak CollegeMatanuska-Susitna College

Administrative OrganizationInternational StudiesAffirmative Action

HarassmentSafety

AccreditationAnchorage Campus Student Profile

WELCOME TO UAAWe are pleased to have you join the University of Alaska

Anchorage (UAA) as we enter the 21st Century as an innovative anddynamic metropolitan university. UAAhas been continuouslyaccredited by the Commission on Colleges of the NorthwestAssociation of Schools and Colleges since its beginning. In addition,you have available to you many professional and technicalprograms—such as business, nursing, and civil engineering—whichare also accredited by their respective associations. You will be livingin the state’s population and service center, and have over 19,000traditional and non-traditional classmates and four different collegecampuses and numerous extension sites located in the major cities ofsouthcentral Alaska and on various military sites available to you.

Academic programs UAAoffers include the liberal arts andsciences as well as a host of professional and technical fields.Academic specialties in health and biomedical sciences, business andinternational trade, public policy and administration, and specialeducation are available and new programs, such as logisticsmanagement, have been recently added to the curriculum in responseto community needs and opportunities. As an open-enrollmentuniversity, UAAprovides all students opportunities to reach theireducational goals while retaining high academic standards.

UAA’s main campus is located in Anchorage with extension sitesat Eagle River, Fort Richardson, and Elmendorf Air Force Base. Forstudents residing in the Palmer-Wasilla region, Matanuska-SusitnaCollege offers two-year degrees and certificates as well as access tobaccalaureate and some advanced degrees. Students from KodiakIsland and the Kenai Peninsula are similarly served by KodiakCollege, Kenai Peninsula College (KPC), and KPC’s Kachemak BayBranch in Homer. Administratively attached to UAA, Prince WilliamSound Community College (PWSCC) serves students in Valdez,Cordova, and Copper Center. The university also serves studentsacross Alaska via various media through the Center for DistributedLearning.

In today’s world, higher education equates to lifelong learning.UAAtakes its motto "We Learn for Life" seriously. Whether you arerecently graduating from high school, making a career change, orlearning for self-enrichment, you have the opportunity to pursueexciting and challenging opportunities of academic excellence,vocational-technical mastery, or personal fulfillment. In all instances,you will have extraordinary opportunities to learn in small classestaught by dedicated faculty. The University of Alaska Anchorageoffers certificate, associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degreeprograms and instruction in 115 major study areas. In addition, youwill have access to scores of tailored short courses, workshops, andseminars throughout the year with special summer study andconference programs to study and experience the natural grandeur ofAlaska.

UAA’s Honors Program provides academic challenges in bothdepth and breadth. We encourage you to consider exploringinternational educational experiences. A rich diversity of studyabroad opportunities are available from which you can choose.

Three academic schools and four colleges form the base of theuniversity’s academic mission. The College of Arts and Scienceshosts over 22 academic disciplines in the natural and social sciences,the humanities, and the fine and performing arts. The Communityand Technical College houses a full suite of technical, vocational, and

allied health programs as well as the university’s Adult LearningCenter which offers adult basic education programs and the G.E.D.The College of Health, Education, and Social Welfare encompasses theSchool of Education, the School of Nursing, School Social Work, aswell as human services, and justice. The College of Business andPublic Policy offers study in accounting, management, economics,and computer information systems. The School of Engineering offersprograms in geomatics, civil engineering, environmental quality, andengineering management.

Faculty encourage student research, scholarship, and creativeactivity across the curriculum and throughout the university. Anannual Student Showcase emulates professional meetings whereinstudent research and creative expressions are reviewed by faculty andculminate in a university publication. Faculty you will study withroutinely win accolades for their creative works and scores of facultyadvance the frontiers of science through their research activitiessponsored by the National Institute of Health and the NationalScience Foundation. Students participate in a range of internshipsand service learning settings as part of their professional or technicaleducation and training.

Helping students achieve their academic goals is the mission ofUAA’s support services. You will be supported by centers that focuson academic excellence, student health, learning resources, advisingand counseling, career development, educational opportunity, andstudy abroad. Other services assist students with financial aid orspecial needs or interests. The African-American, Hispanic, Asian,International, and Native American (AHAINA) office and NativeStudent Services (NSS) foster an appreciation for cultural diversityand support students of color or diverse ethnic ties. The Union ofStudents governs vital aspects of student life and fosters studentleadership as does Club Council, which represents over 67 studentinterest clubs. The student-run radio station (KRUA) and newspaper,The Northern Light, have both won national and state awards, as hasthe UAASpeech and Debate team.

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We hope you will consider living in one of our three newresidence halls which opened in 1998. Student housing, theCommons, and the Student Union serve as the hub for studentactivities and create a rich and diverse campus life.

Adding excitement to UAA’s campus life are its intercollegiatesports programs. Nicknamed the Seawolves, University of AlaskaAnchorage’s athletic teams compete as members of the NCAADivision II in basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, and skiing forwomen, and basketball, skiing, and cross-country running for men.UAAcompetes in Division I ice hockey (WCHA). Seawolf teamsregularly rank among the nation’s best and have produced many All-American and Academic All-American performers.

We encourage you to take full advantage of the resources andopportunities available to you and wish you a rich and rewardingexperience at UAA.

MISSION SUMMARYThe University of Alaska Anchorage inspires learning and

enriches Alaska, the nation and the world through our teaching,research, creativity and service. As the urban center of the Universityof Alaska System, UAAis a comprehensive metropolitan Universitylocated in Anchorage with community campuses serving SouthcentralAlaska. We provide opportunities to all who can benefit fromeducational programs of high quality.

ANCHORAGE (GOOSE LAKE) CAMPUSThe Goose Lake campus is located in Alaska’s largest city.

Anchorage is an international air crossroads and the business centerof the state. Home to approximately 260,000 people, Anchorage ismetropolitan and culturally diverse. Special events include theAnchorage Fur Rendezvous, one of the ten largest festivals in thenation, and the Great Alaska Shootout Basketball Tournament.

Located at UAADrive and Providence Drive, the attractivewooded campus serves as a cultural hub for the city, providingtheatre, music, arts, and sports events. Built in the mid-1960’s, thecampus features modern facilities, serving 15,000 students withlimited student housing. Careful development has left the campus anurban oasis with resident wildlife populations including moose,waterfowl, and birds.

The Anchorage campus offers programs which lead to vocationaland professional certificates, associate, baccalaureate, and master’slevel degrees. It also provides extensive adult, community, andcontinuing education offerings. The campus hosts a wide range ofpopular seminars and symposia for career development.

Academic units located on the campus include the College ofArts and Sciences, College of Business and Public Policy, College ofHealth, Education and Social Welfare, Community and TechnicalCollege, and the School of Engineering. Over 80 departments areactive within the schools and colleges.

The diversity of student needs has led to extensions of theAnchorage campus in the city and service region. One of the largersites which is coordinated through the Community and TechnicalCollege is the Chugiak-Eagle River Campus.

CHUGIAK-EAGLE RIVER CAMPUSLocated in the communities of Eagle River and Chugiak, ten

miles north of Anchorage, this extended Campus offers a wide varietyof General Education and degree oriented courses. Most classes arescheduled in the evenings or weekend making this Campus accessibleto working students and high school students wanting a head start ontheir college education.

Classes are held at both Chugiak High School and the EagleCenter facility. The Eagle Center location houses registration andadministrative offices as well as six classrooms, one being a largemodern computer lab. There is also a Learning Center open tostudents, including a study area with computers for class work orconnecting to the Internet. For more information, call (907) 694-3313or visit their web site at www.uaa.alaska.edu/eagle.

KENAI PENINSULA COLLEGEKenai Peninsula College (KPC) is located on 364 acres between

Kenai and Soldotna. The 83,660 square foot campus includes avocational building, academic classrooms, computer and sciencelaboratories, a library and media center, a bookstore, and a snackbar/commons area.

With approximately 1600 students and 23 full-time faculty, KPChas grown into a comprehensive college offering a variety ofprograms to meet vocational, academic, and community needs. Theprograms offered at KPC include complete associate of arts andapplied science degrees, course work leading to baccalaureatedegrees, vocational programs, and continuing education and personaldevelopment courses.

The Kachemak Bay Branch of KPC is located on Pioneer Avenuein Homer and serves as the focus of the College’s programs andservices on the southern Kenai Peninsula. Full-time and adjunctfaculty offer courses leading to associate of arts and associate ofapplied science degrees in accounting, small business administration,human services and office technology. A wide range of continuingeducation courses is also available.

KODIAK COLLEGEKodiak College, located on an island 250 air miles south of

Anchorage, serves over 800 students per semester and includesoutreach sites in the communities of Akhiok, Karluk, Larsen Bay, OldHarbor, Ouzinkie, and Port Lions.

Kodiak College provides courses leading to associate orbaccalaureate degrees, plus Adult Basic Education, GED preparation,and special interest, continuing education, vocational technicalcourses, and support for distance education.

The campus is a cultural center in the community, sponsoringevents such as readings, lectures, seminars, art shows, and exhibits.

MATANUSKA-SUSITNA COLLEGEMat-Su College serves over 1,400 students. The campus is

located on 950 wooded acres on Trunk Road, about halfway betweenWasilla and Palmer, the two largest communities in the MatanuskaValley. A modern 98,000 square foot facility houses a library,computer labs, student advisement center, learning resource center,

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science and vocational labs, modern classrooms, childcare center,bookstore and cafeteria/snack bar. The college provides a number ofservices to the community organizations including meeting facilities.

The college offers courses leading to certificates, associate andbaccalaureate degrees. In addition, professional development,continuing education, upper-division and graduate courses areavailable on a limited basis as demand warrants. Mat-Su offerscertificates in Electronics Technology, Office Technology, andRefrigeration and Heating Technology. Associate of Applied Sciencedegrees are offered in Accounting, Electronics Technology, FireService Administration, Human Services, Office Management andTechnology, Refrigeration and Heating Technology, Small BusinessAdministration, and, in cooperation with UAF, MicrocomputerSupport Specialist.

ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATIONThe University of Alaska Anchorage administration is organized

into four divisions: Academic Affairs, Administrative Services,Student Affairs, and University Advancement. The Chancellor of theUniversity of Alaska Anchorage is responsible for all four divisions.

ACADEMIC AFFAIRSAcademic Affairs oversees UAA’s instructional units and

academic support offices. These include the schools, colleges, centers,and institutes that offer credit and non-credit programs at allacademic levels, certificate through graduate.

Units reporting to the Provost include:

Honors ProgramCollege of Arts and SciencesCollege of Business and Public PolicyCollege of Health, Education and Social WelfareCommunity and Technical CollegeSchool of EngineeringKenai Peninsula CollegeKodiak CollegeMatanuska-Susitna CollegeAcademic Center for ExcellenceCenters and InstitutesConsortium LibraryEnrollment ServicesInformation TechnologyStudent Financial AidSummer Sessions

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICESThe Administrative Services Division oversees fiscal, logistical

and physical plant services which directly support all aspects ofUAA.

Units reporting to the Chancellor include:

American Russian CenterCampus Diversity and ComplianceGovernanceOffice of Institutional Planning, Research, and AssessmentPrince William Sound Community College

Units reporting to the Vice Chancellor for AdministrativeServices include:

AthleticsBudget and FinanceBusiness ServicesFacilities and Campus ServicesHuman Resource ServicesUniversity Police Department

STUDENT AFFAIRSStudent Affairs helps students to succeed within and outside of

the formal academic classrooms and labs. It provides educational,social, cultural and academic support services which complementintellectual development.

Units reporting to the Dean of Students for Student Affairs include:

Campus LifeCareer Services CenterDisability Support ServicesResidence LifeStudent Health CenterStudent Leadership

UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENTUniversity Advancement facilitates external relations and

internal communications for the University of Alaska Anchorage.

Units reporting to the Vice Chancellor for University Advancementinclude:

AlumniDevelopmentPublic Relations

INTERNATIONAL STUDIESUAAis a comprehensive urban university that serves the

population of Alaska. As an institution of higher learning, it seeks toprovide programs that introduce the widest possible range ofknowledge through exposure to diverse ideas, cultures, civilizations,languages, literatures, sciences, technologies, and professions. Toachieve this goal, UAAis internationalizing its programs, research,and other activities. UAAenrolls more students from Russia than anyother university in the country.

The University of Alaska calls for the development ofinternational distinction in knowledge of the North Pacific andCircumpolar Regions. The federal government has identified UAAasthe institutional focus for a Soviet-USACooperative ResearchAgreement on Circumpolar Health.

International Programs are rapidly developing at UAA. Theyinclude a Canadian Studies Program, the Institute for CircumpolarHealth Studies, and the American Russian Center. Futuredevelopments may include area studies in the Pacific Rim andCircumpolar Regions.

Students may have the opportunity to take courses andparticipate in the research and activities of the various internationallyengaged centers and units.

WELCOMETO UAA


AFFIRMATIVE ACTIONThrough the institution’s Affirmative Action Plan, the University

of Alaska Anchorage recognizes its responsibility to provideeducation and employment opportunities for all qualifiedindividuals. UAAalso operates an Office of Campus Diversity andCompliance which monitors civil rights, federal and state laws,orders, and decisions to ensure that access, inclusion, and equity arepracticed at UAA.

At UAA, students and prospective students are affordededucational services, such as admission decisions, financial aid, accessto academic programs, and health and counseling services, withoutregard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical ormental disability, or veteran status, except as necessary and permittedby law. A student or prospective student who feels that they arebeing discriminated against has the right to contact the appropriatesupervisor for assistance. The student or prospective student mayalso contact the UAAOffice of Campus Diversity and Compliance(907 786-4680), the Human Resource Services Department (907 786-4608), the AHAINAStudent Programs Office, Office of StudentAffairs and Disability Support Services, or the U.S. Department ofLabor (Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, FederalBuilding, Anchorage, Alaska) for advice on discriminationcomplaints.

Among the federal and state laws and regulations prohibitingdiscrimination in employment and education that pertain to theUniversity are the 5th and 14th Amendments of the US Constitution,Section 1981 of the Civil Rights Act of 1866, the Civil Rights Act of1871, Equal Pay Act of 1963, Title VI and Title VII of the 1964 CivilRights Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967,Executive Order 11246 as amended, Titles VII and VIII of the PublicHealth Service Act as amended, Title IX of the EducationalAmendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of1973 as amended, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Act of 1973 as amended,the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 asamended, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the PregnancyDiscrimination Act of 1978, the Immigrant Reform and Control Act of1986, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, the Americans withDisabilities Act of 1900, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, the RehabilitationAct of 1992, the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and AlaskaStatutes Chapters 14 and 18. Inquiries regarding application of theseand other regulations should be directed to the UAAOffice ofCampus Diversity and Compliance (907 786-4680); the HumanResource Services Department (907 786-4608); the Office of CivilRights (Department of Education, Washington, D.C.); the EqualEmployment Opportunity Commission (Seattle, WA); the Office ofFederal Contract Compliance Programs, Department of Labor(Anchorage, AK); or the Alaska State Commission for Human Rights(Anchorage, AK).

HARASSMENTThe University of Alaska Anchorage is a community that

cherishes free and open exchange of ideas in the pursuit ofknowledge. Maintaining this freedom and openness requires thepresence of safety and trust; it requires the absence of coercion,intimidation, and exploitation. Therefore, harassment of any kind —particularly sexual harassment — has no place in the University. Itsubjects its victims to pressures that destroy the conditions necessaryfor true learning.

Harassment is neither condoned nor tolerated on this campus.Members of the University community who exercise most authorityand leadership — faculty and supervisors — are principallyresponsible for maintaining a positive, harassment-free learningenvironment. Anyone who believes they have been a victim ofharassment should contact the appropriate dean’s or director’s office,the Advising and Counseling Center, the Office of Student Affairs, theUAAOffice of Campus Diversity and Compliance, or the U.S.Department of Labor (Office of Federal Contract CompliancePrograms, Federal Building, Anchorage, Alaska).

SAFETYWe care about your safety on campus. While relatively safe, our

campus is not a sanctuary from crime, and accidents still occur, nomatter how hard we try to prevent them. You are encouraged to beresponsible for your own safety and to bring safety concerns to theattention of UAAfaculty or staff, or to contact University Police at(907) 786-1120 when you observe an unsafe environment. For yourown safety, please also take the time to locate the nearest exits andemergency telephones when you are in campus buildings. For moresafety information visit www.uaa.alaska.edu/dos/safety.

WELCOME TO UAA


ACCREDITATIONThe University of Alaska Anchorage is accredited by the

Commission on Colleges of the Northwest Association of Schools andColleges.

The following programs have additional approval and/oraccreditation:

ALASKAOUTDOOR AND EXPERIENTIALEDUCATIONAccreditation by the Association for Experiential Education

ARTBachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine ArtsAccredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design(NASAD)

AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGYCertificateAssociate of Applied ScienceApproved by the Federal Aviation Administration

BUSINESSBachelor of Business AdministrationMaster of Business AdministrationAccredited by the International Association for Management Education(AACSB)

CIVILENGINEERINGBachelor of ScienceAccredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of theAccreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)

DENTALASSISTINGCertificateAssociate of Applied ScienceAccredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the AmericanDental Association

DENTALHYGIENEAssociate of Applied ScienceAccredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the AmericanDental Association

DIETARY MANAGERNontranscripted Certificate of CompletionApproved by the American Dietary Managers’Association

EDUCATIONAll education certification endorsement programs are approved by the AlaskaState Department of Education and Early Development (based on thestandards of the National Association of State Directors of TeacherEducation and Certification)

GEOMATICSBachelor of ScienceAccredited by the Related Accreditation Commission of the AccreditationBoard for Engineering and Technology (ABET)

JOURNALISM AND PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONSBachelor of ArtsAccredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and MassCommunication

MEDICALASSISTINGNon-Transcripted Certificate of CompletionAssociate of Applied ScienceAccredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health EducationPrograms (CAAHEP)

MEDICALLABORATORY TECHNOLOGYAssociate of Applied ScienceAccredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical LaboratoryScience (NAACLS)

MUSICBachelor of ArtsBachelor of Music, with Emphasis in Music EducationBachelor of Music, PerformanceAccredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

NURSINGAssociate of Applied ScienceBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceAccredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditation CommissionApproved by Alaska Board of Nursing

PARALEGALSTUDIESCertificateApproved by the American Bar Association

PREPROFESSIONAL PRACTICE PROGRAM (AP4) FOR DIETITIANSApproved by the American Dietetics Association Commission onAccreditation

PROFESSIONALPILOTINGAssociate of Applied ScienceBachelor of Science in Aviation TechnologyFlight School is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration

SOCIALWORKBachelor of Social WorkMaster of Social WorkAccredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

TECHNOLOGYBachelor of ScienceEducation Option is approved by the Alaska State Department of Educationand Early Development (based on the standards of the National Associationof State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification)

ANCHORAGE CAMPUS STUDENT PROFILE

FALL CLOSING STATISTICS 1999Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

RACE:African-American: 4.6%Alaska Native: 6.1%American Indian: 1.5%Hispanic: 2.5%Pacific Islander/Asian: 5.0%White: 75.2%Other/Unspecified: 4.1%

AGE:19 and under: 13.7%20-24: 26.0%25-29: 15.8%30-34: 10.4%35-39: 9.5%40-44: 9.1%45 and over: 15.3%Unspecified: 0.1%

WELCOME TO UAA


CHAPTER 2

ENROLLMENT SERVICES

Open EnrollmentNew Student Services

RegistrationExchange Programs

Other Enrollment Services

OPEN ENROLLMENT UAA’s open enrollment policy allows students to register for

courses in which they have adequate background. To qualify foropen enrollment, a student must:

1. Have earned a high school diploma or the equivalent (GED), or;2. Be 18 years of age or older and have participated in UAA’s

assessment and advisement process (see section below), or;3. Qualify under special University programs.

UAA’s open enrollment policy does not guarantee subsequentformal admission to certificate or degree programs. In addition tomeeting the University’s open enrollment criteria, applicants forformal admission may need to satisfy other individual program ordegree level requirements.

The formal admission process for undergraduate programs(certificate, associate, baccalaureate) is described in Chapter 9 of thiscatalog. The formal admission process for graduate programs isdescribed in Chapter 10 of this catalog.

HIGH SCHOOL NON-GRADUATESIndividuals 18 years of age and over who do not have a high

school diploma or GED may still enroll in classes under OpenEnrollment. They may be admitted to most associate programsunder UAA’s open enrollment policy once assessment andadvisement have taken place.

Interested persons should contact the advising center at theirlocal campus. An advisor reviews the individual’s background,provides an opportunity for assessment, and determines theappropriate entry level of instruction.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSUAAwelcomes students from other countries. International

students with Permanent Resident or Immigrant visas may enrollunder the open enrollment option or through formal admission.Individuals wanting to apply for the International Student Form I-20Amust be formally admitted to degree-seeking status. See theInternational Student Policy and the Admissions sections of thiscatalog. Individuals with other visa types are advised to contact theInternational Student Advisor in Enrollment Services for information.

NON-DEGREE-SEEKING STUDENTSIndividuals in this category are not currently seeking a UAA

certificate or degree. Non-degree-seeking students need only meetopen enrollment criteria and satisfy course prerequisites to register incourses. Non-degree-seeking students who wish to register forgraduate courses must obtain department chair or faculty membersignature or appropriate approval. Non-degree-seeking students donot qualify for financial aid or immigration status.

Registration as a non-degree-seeking student implies nocommitment by the University to the student’s later admission to adegree program.

UNDER-AGE STUDENTSAn under-age student is one who is under 18 years of age and

does not otherwise meet the requirements for open enrollment oradmission. In order to register for University courses, under-agestudents must:

1. Qualify under a special University program.2. Complete the UAAUnder-age Student Enrollment Form.This form may be obtained from Enrollment Services andrequires signatures of the student's parent or guardian, schoolprincipal and/or counselor, UAAcourse faculty member(s),and the approval of the Director of Enrollment Services, orwhen the student wishes to enroll at an extended college, thedirector of that college. Please note that all signatures must beobtained prior to submitting the form to the Director ofEnrollment Services or director of an extended college.

Under-age students may enroll in a maximum of sevencredits per semester.A completed underage enrollment formmust be submitted each semester, listing all courses the studentwishes to attend.

NEW STUDENT SERVICES The Office of New Student Services provides campus

tours. Enrollment Services sponsors the Freshman Early AdmitProgram. Freshmen applying to UAAfor the coming fall semestermay participate in priority registration in early spring. Students inthis program meet with advisors, enroll in courses, and participate inother activities.

REGISTRATION Registration is available during the dates listed in the

University’s Academic Calendar or as published in the semesterschedule. Priority is determined by academic need. First priority isfor students graduating with a UAAdegree or certificate at the end ofthe semester; second priority is for continuing students accepted intoa UAAdegree program. All other continuing students receive thirdpriority. Fourth priority is for students new to UAAand who areadmitted into a UAAdegree program. Fifth priority is for all otherpotential students who have submitted a completed Intent to Registerform. To complete their registration, priority students pay all tuitionand fees during the priority period.

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The Intent to Register Form allows prospective students accessto register for courses under UAA’s Open Enrollment Policy.However, it does not constitute formal admission to any of thedegree/certificate programs offered at UAA. Prospective studentsneed to refer to chapter 9 regarding formal admission procedures tothe University.

Registration is conducted in person or by phone (WolfLineRegistration) preceding the beginning of each semester. VoiceResponse Registration is available to all students who attended theprevious semester or who have submitted a completed Intent toRegister form.

For Fall and Spring semesters, a two-week late registration andadd/drop period begins on the first day of the semester. Registrationfor semester-length classes is not allowed after the tenth day of thesemester. Even if a student has been attending class from the beginning ofthe course, their registration will not be accepted after the late registrationdeadline. Students are not officially registered until all forms are filedand all fees paid. The University holds students academically andfinancially responsible for their registration. After registering, if astudent changes plans or becomes unable to attend, the courses mustbe dropped or withdrawn within published deadlines in order toavoid a final grade of “F” for non-attendance. The courses must bedropped within the 100% refund period to avoid tuition and feeassessment. Refer to the Academic Calendar published each semesterin the Class Schedule for specific deadlines.

Students may adjust their schedules and add/drop coursesthroughout the late registration period.

Caution: Dropping or auditing courses may affect eligibility forfuture financial aid. Financial aid students should check with theUAAFinancial Aid Office before dropping or auditing a course.

All students are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor priorto each semester; however, the primary responsibility for meetingUniversity requirements is the student’s. Non-credit and ContinuingEducation Unit courses have special registrations. Contact theCommunity and Technical College for more information about thesecourses.

Not every course listed in this catalog is offered each semester.Each semester Class Schedule lists course and registrationinformation specific to that semester.

REGISTRATION THROUGH COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGEThe Community and Technical College offersongoing

registration for their courses from the time a course is announceduntil the course begins. For regular semester length courses, courseregistration follows the published WolfLine Registration schedule.Register weekdays in the Diplomacy Building at the corner of TudorRd. and Tudor Centre Dr., Suite 501, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm(907) 786-6721, or the Chugiak-Eagle River Campusat the EagleCenter (907) 694-3313.

BIOGRAPHIC/DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATIONThe University of Alaska Anchorage must comply with state and

Federal reporting requirements and therefore requires that studentsprovide specific biographic or demographic information onregistration or admissions forms. The University does notdiscriminate on the basis of this information but uses the informationfor statistical purposes and as an identifier for University records.This information is relevant to the University’s admissions andenrollment policies.

CONTINUOUS REGISTRATIONGraduate students are expected to make continuous progress in

their graduate programs from admission through graduation.Continuous registration(except summer session) is required.

REGISTRATION BY PROXYStudents unable to register in person may have a proxy register

for them if they provide the proxy with a signed Registration byProxy Form. These forms are available in the Class Schedules or fromthe Enrollment Services Information Center. The proxy must followthe policies and calendar governing registration. Proxy registrationsare not accepted without written permission from the student.

REGISTRATION CHANGESIt is the responsibility of the student to become familiar with

UAApolicies, procedures and deadlines. Refer to the AcademicCalendar published each semester in the Class Schedule for specificdeadlines. Add, drop, withdrawal, credit/no credit, and auditdeadlines for courses other than semester-length will be proratedaccording to the length of the class. Students are expected to registeronly for course sections which they plan to attend and to complete allcourses for which they register. If a change in a student’s classschedule becomes necessary, semester-length courses may be changedaccording to the chart on page 18.

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ADDOR

LATEREGISTRATION

Desired Change Week 2 of SemesterWeek 1 of Semester After Week 2 of Semester

CHANGE IN GRADING OPTIONThe grading option for a course may be changed as follows:

ADD/DROP, WITHDRAWAL, CREDIT/NO CREDIT, AND AUDIT (Semester Length Courses):

Faculty signature required if course closed.Fee charged.Form filed with Enrollment Services.

Faculty signature required.Fee charged.Form filed with Enrollment Services.

Not permitted.

Desired ChangeWeeks 3 through 12 of Semester

WITHDRAWAL

Begin 7th calendar day of Semesterthrough Week 2 of Semester

DROPAfter Week 12 of Semester

Desired Change

FACULTYINITIATEDDROPOR

WITHDRAWAL(OPTIONAL)

Form filed by faculty member with Enrollment Services.Course will not appear onstudent transcript.

Form filed by faculty member with Enrollment Services.Course will appear on studenttranscript with a grade of “W.”

Not permitted.

Weeks 1 through 2of Semester

DROP

Weeks 3 through 12of Semester

WITHDRAWAL

After Week 12of Semester

DROP

OR

WITHDRAWAL

No faculty signature required.Fee charged.Form filed with Enrollment Services.Course will not appear onstudent's transcript.

Students are not permitted to drop or withdrawfrom a course after it has ended.

No faculty signature required.Fee charged.Form filed with Enrollment Services.Course will appear on student'stranscript with a grade of “W.”

Not permitted.

Desired ChangeWeeks 1 through 2 of Semester

DROPBeginning Week 3 of Semester

WITHDRAWALBeginning of Final Exam Week

TOTAL

WITHDRAWAL

FROM

UNIVERSITY

No faculty signature required.Fee charged.Form filed with Enrollment Services.Courses will not appear onstudent's transcript.

Students are not permitted to drop or withdrawfrom a course after it has ended.

No faculty signature required.Fee charged.Form filed with Enrollment Services.Courses will appear on student'stranscript with a grade of “W.”

Not permitted.

Desired Change Weeks 1 through 2 of Semester Weeks 3 through 12 of Semester After Week 12 of Semester

CREDIT/

NO CREDIT

CREDIT

TO

AUDIT

AUDIT

TO

CREDIT



Not permitted.

Not permitted.

Not permitted.

Fee charged.Form filed with Enrollment Services.

Not permitted. Not permitted.

Fee charged.Form filed with Enrollment Services.

The following registration activity deadlines pertain to semester-length courses (15 weeks). Deadlines for courses more or less than semester-length are pro-rated according to the length of the course. Students are not permitted to drop or withdraw from a course after it has ended.

Please see Class Schedule for specific dates.



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AUDITING CLASSESAudit registrations are on a space-available basis. Auditors may

be dropped from a class to make room for credit-seeking students.No credit is received for audited courses. Terms for auditing thecourse are determined by the faculty. Faculty may request the coursebe changed to a withdrawal status if the student fails to comply withthe agreed-upon terms. Submission of papers for correction andgrading and participation in laboratory experiences are at thediscretion of the faculty.

Students who audit classes are required to meet prerequisites,register and pay tuition and/or fees. During weeks 1 and 2 of thesemester, audit-to-credit requires faculty signature. Audit-to-creditchanges are not allowed after week 2 of the semester. During weeks 3through 12 of the semester, credit-to-audit changes require facultysignature. Credit-to-audit changes are not allowed after week 12 ofthe semester. Forms are available in Enrollment Services.

Audited courses are not included in the computation of studyload for full-time or part-time status. In addition, students may notrequest local credit-by-exam for an audited course until the followingacademic year.

CANCELLATION OF CLASSESThe University of Alaska Anchorage reserves the right to cancel

or combine classes, to change the time and dates or place of meeting,or to make other necessary revisions in class offerings. TheUniversity may discontinue a class at any time if enrollment fallsbelow expected levels.

CHANGE OF NAMEA student’s name on official records at UAAmust be the

student’s full legal name. A Change of Name form may be processedthrough Enrollment Services and must be supported by legaldocumentation, i.e., driver’s license, marriage certificate, dissolutionor divorce decree, or a court order.

CHANGE OF ADDRESSCurrently enrolled students who have changed their address

should notify Enrollment Services by completing the appropriateform. Official notification of change of address is necessary foraccurate mailing of correspondence, transcripts, registrationinstructions, registration billing and information about graduationrequirements.

FACSIMILE (FAX) TRANSMISSIONBecause the original source of a document received through a

FAX transmission cannot always be accurately determined, officialdocuments received by facsimile transmissions shall be consideredonly as working documents, pending the receipt of official,authenticated documents or other valid documentation. EnrollmentServices will receive faxed written requests for processing.

FACULTY SIGNATURESome course descriptions include “Permission of Faculty” as a

prerequisite. Students must obtain the signature of the facultymember instructing the course section or their designee, orappropriate approval before registering.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERA student’s social security number is used as an identification

number for University records. Students who do not wish to usetheir social security number may request an assigned student number.Assigned student numbers are not acceptable for federal financial aidpurposes or for students who also have University employmentrecords. Changes or corrections to social security numbers requiredocumentation, i.e., driver’s license or social security card.

STUDY LOADStudents may register for a maximum of 19 credits during the

fall and spring semesters, and a maximum of 15 credits during thesummer session. Students who want to enroll for additional creditsmust submit an approved petition for overload at registration.

The faculty advisor and appropriate dean must approveoverload petitions for certificate or degree-seeking students. Anadvisor in the local UAAadvising center must approve overloadpetitions for non-degree-seeking students.

Students should consider their graduation timeline whenplanning their study load. The minimum number of required creditsis 60 for an associate degree and 120 for a baccalaureate degree. Tocomplete an associate degree in two years or a baccalaureate degreein four years (excluding summers), a full-time student should plan totake a minimum of 15 credits each semester. Many degrees requiremore than the minimum number of credits. Students should beaware that the need for remedial work (for example, in English ormathematics) in preparation for University-wide general educationrequired courses may further extend the time required to completetheir programs. When planning study load, students should alsokeep non-school demands on available time, such as employmentand/or family responsibilities, firmly in mind.

TRANSCRIPTSOfficial transcripts of all course work taken at UAAmay be

requested from Enrollment Services. Requests must be written andmust bear the signature of the student whose record is requested. A$4 fee is charged for each copy and must be paid in advance.

Requests for transcript service are not filled for students whohave not signed a request, or who have unpaid financial or otherobligations to the University.

EXCHANGE PROGRAMS

NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMThe University of Alaska Anchorage is a member of the National

Student Exchange Program. This is a domestic student exchange witha consortium of over 120 colleges within the United States, Guam andPuerto Rico. For further information, please contact the NationalStudent Exchange Coordinator, (907) 786-1558.

STUDY ABROAD AND INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGEStudy Abroad and International Exchange programs can

broaden your view of the world while contributing academic credittoward your degree at UAA. In a study abroad experience you canmaster a foreign language, explore new lands and learn about othercultures. Study Abroad and International Exchange have animportant role to play in the larger process of instilling citizens withglobal awareness, as well as preparing graduates of the university formany career opportunities that involve international affairs. Weencourage students to begin planning for a Study Abroad orInternational Exchange experience early in their UAAcareers.

Prior to leaving UAA, courses selected to be completed throughthe Study Abroad Program must be approved by your UAAacademicadvisor. Courses completed through the Study Abroad Program areconsidered resident credit. International Exchange Program studentsreceive resident credit by enrolling for their courses at UAA. Youmay use your Alaska Student Loan and many other types of financialaid to study abroad. Please inquire at the Financial Aid office. Allstudents must conform to the regulations and laws of both the homeinstitution and the host institution and country while attending

school abroad. It is the responsibility of the individual student tobecome familiar with the policies and regulations of UAA. Studentsare responsible for their transportation to the site, housing, food andincidental expenses at the host institution.

Applications for admission to a Study Abroad program must bereceived by March 31 for the Fall semester and September 30 for theSpring semester.

There are several options available for studying abroad,University of Salamanca, University of Seville or University ofGranada in Spain, Russia at the Northern InternationalUniversity of Magadan, Australia at Deakin University,Denmark at the University of Copenhagen, or in any of theNorthwest Council on Study Abroad programs (London,England; Angers, France; Siena, Italy; Athens, Greece; Vienna,Austria; Macerata, Italy; Oviedo, Spain).

University of Hull - UAAstudents are invited toparticipate in a junior year abroad (JYA) at the University ofHull in Hull, England. Located 3 hours north of London bytrain in a quaint fishing village, the University of Hull is atraditional British University offering a wide variety of qualityacademic programs.

Northern International University of Magadan - TheInternational Pedagogical University of Magadan is located inOkhotsk in the Russian Far East. Magadan is the capital cityand business hub of the Magadan region.

Deakin University - The five campuses of DeakinUniversity are located within the scenic state of Victoria in the

Southeast corner of Australia. Exchange students from UAAareallowed to attend any one of the five campuses on a one to onestudent exchange program.

University of Copenhagen - Located in Copenhagen, Denmark’sbeautiful capital and affiliated with the University of Copenhagen,DIS, Denmark’s International Study Program offers a top qualityacademic and cross-cultural experience.

Contact UAAOffice of International Programs, (907) 786-1558.

NORTHWEST COUNCIL ON STUDY ABROAD (NCSA)UAAbelongs to NCSA(the Northwest Council on Study

Abroad), a consortium of colleges and universities in the PacificNorthwest that pool their resources to provide study abroadprograms in Europe at modest cost. NCSAprograms offer threeterms per year (September through December, January throughMarch, and April through June); students may elect to attendsuccessive terms at the same or different sites. Intensive languagestudy is offered (except in London), as well as content courses,primarily in the social sciences and humanities, taught in English.Home stays offer a chance to practice the language, develop closepersonal ties and experience the everyday culture of the country.

The vibrant metropolitan center of England, London offers aceaseless banquet of cultural events and performances. Courses areheld in central London, near the British Museum.

Siena, Italy is located in the Tuscany Hills, 40 miles fromFlorence. Language instruction is included, and no prior study ofItalian is required. Content courses often stress art and architecture,both of which are abundant in and around Siena. Students shareapartments with American and Italian students.

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Angers, France has been described as a “bright and radiant city”and is located in the western portion of the Loire Valley between theMaine and Loire rivers. Within its white walls are some of the mostbeautiful and prolific gardens in France, as well as the oldest andlargest collection of medieval tapestries in the world, which hang inthe 13th century Chateau d’Angers. The arts in all forms --theatre,dance, music and visual arts are of major significance. The region isalso noted for its quality of language; it’s said the purest form ofFrench is spoken here. From abundant flowers, wines, museums andgalleries to it’s cobbled streets that wind through the Gothic andRenaissance neighborhoods on their way to the market place, this is acity that is medieval and contemporary.

For information and applications contact:UAAOffice of International ServicesEnrollment ServicesAdministration Building • Room 176(907) 786-1558

WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGEThe University of Alaska Anchorage participates in the Western

Undergraduate Exchange (WUE), a program of the Western InterstateCommission for Higher Education (WICHE) and other western states.Through WUE, certain students who are not Alaska residents mayenroll in designated UAAprograms. They pay resident tuition plus50 percent of that amount (plus other fees that are paid by allstudents). WUE students do not pay the higher non-resident studenttuition.

Because the University of Alaska Anchorage participates inWUE, residents of Alaska may enroll under the same terms indesignated institutions and programs in other states.

Information about WUE programs at the University of AlaskaAnchorage may be obtained from Enrollment Services. Alaskaresidents may obtain information about WUE programs in otherstates from either of the following two addresses:

Certifying Officer for Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education3030 Vintage Blvd.Juneau, AK 99811 Phone: (907) 465-2855

WICHE Student Exchange ProgramP.O. Drawer PBoulder, CO 80301-9752 Phone: (303) 497-0210

OTHER ENROLLMENT SERVICESStudents and prospective students are invited to call

(907) 786-1480 or visit Enrollment Services in the AdministrationBuilding for general information, enrollment advising, and processingservices. For more information about undergraduate admissions anddegree programs, please see Chapter 9. For more information aboutgraduate admissions and degree programs, please see Chapter 10.

Services and Programs coordinated through Enrollment Servicesinclude:

Academic PetitionsAdmission CounselingAdmission ProcessingApplication for GraduationCampus tours (conducted by Student Ambassadors)Catalog and schedule distribution to school districts and public

agencies throughout the stateChancellor’s Scholarship ProgramChange of Student Name or AddressClass SchedulesCourse CatalogsDirected StudyEducational Opportunity CenterEnrollment AdvisingEnrollment CertificationGeneral InformationGradesHigh School and College Visitation ProgramIndependent StudyInternational Student Advising and Documentation Services for

F-1 Student VisasMilitary Education EvaluationsNational Student Exchange ProgramRegistration by ProxyRegistration Procedures:

Add/Drop, Withdrawal, Audit-to-Credit, Credit-to-Audit,Credit/No Credit

Sponsorship of Alaska Career and College Fair, Counselor Day,and other outreach activities for prospective students

Student Ambassador Program: students recruiting studentsStudy Abroad and International Exchange ProgramsTranscriptsTransfer Credit EvaluationUnder-Age EnrollmentWho’s Who Among College and University Students

For further information, please call (907) 786-1480.

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CHAPTER 3

TUITION, FEES, AND FINANCIAL AID

Residency for Tuition PurposesTuition Summary

Typical FeesSpecial Course and Laboratory Fees

Financial ObligationsPayment Procedure

Refund PolicySenior Citizen Tuition Waiver

Student Financial AidSatisfactory Academic Progress Policy

GrantsLoans

ScholarshipsStudent EmploymentVeterans Assistance

RESIDENCY FOR TUITION PURPOSES For the purpose of determining tuition rates, a resident is

defined as any person who has been physically present in Alaska for12 consecutive months (except for vacations or other absences forperiods not exceeding an aggregate of 120 days with intention toreturn) and who declares intention to remain in Alaska indefinitely.Students who have been physically present in Alaska for 12consecutive months and meet other residency requirements mustnotify Enrollment Services to change their non-resident status toresident status. However, any person who, within one year, hasdeclared him/herself to be a resident of another state, has voted inanother state, or has done any other act inconsistent with Alaskaresidence is considered a non-resident for tuition purposes.

Any unemancipated person under the age of 18 whose parent orguardian qualifies as an Alaska resident as defined above isconsidered a resident. Otherwise, an unemancipated person underthe age of 18 is considered a non-resident for tuition purposes.

Members of the U.S. military on active duty and theirdependents, members of the Alaska National Guard and theirdependents, are considered residents for tuition purposes.

An international student in F-1 student status or in any othernon-immigrant visa status cannot be considered a resident for tuitionpurposes. The only exception is when the non-immigrant student isfrom the Yukon Territory or the Northwest Territories in Canada, orfrom one of the University of Alaska sister cities as designated by theBoard of Regents. Non-immigrant visa status is inconsistent withAlaska residence.

An international student who is a legal permanent resident orwho is in refugee status or another status which permits an indefinitestay in the United States may qualify as a resident for tuitionpurposes provided they meet the other conditions for residency.

This definition of residency is used solely to determine tuitionrates at the University of Alaska Anchorage. Other agencies may usedifferent definitions.

TUITION SUMMARY

TUITION COSTS:Lower-division—Undergraduate (Course Numbers 050 - 299)

Resident $77.00 per credit hour*Non-resident $241.00 per credit hour

Upper-Division—Undergraduate (Course Numbers 300 - 499)Resident $87.00 per credit hour*Non-resident $251.00 per credit hour

GraduateResident $172.00 per credit hour*Non-resident $336.00 per credit hour

*Non-resident students who restrict their enrollment to no morethan three credits each semester are charged resident tuition.

*Non-resident students are assessed non-resident fees on allacademic credits including self-support.

FEESIn addition to tuition, any course may use materials, supplies or

services which necessitate an additional fee. Fees may also becharged for administrative and/or instructional services. TheUniversity reserves the right to change its fees at any time.

TYPICAL FEES All resident and non-resident tuition rates and student activity

fees are approved by the Board of Regents of the University ofAlaska. The University reserves the right to change tuition rates orfees at any time.

FEES

Add Fee (per class) ......................................................................5Administrative Fee ..............................................................VariesAdmission Fee (non-refundable)

Certificate............................................................................35Associate Degree................................................................35Baccalaureate Degree ........................................................35Graduate Degree................................................................45

ASSET Placement Fee ................................................................10Audit Fee ..............................................................................VariesCancelled Registration Fee (CRFFee) ............................50-100Catalog............................................................................................6Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Fee ............................VariesCredit-by-Exam Fee (per credit) ..............................................40Credit for Prior Learning Evaluation Fee................................75Credit for Prior Learning Fee (per credit) ..............................15Distance Fee ........................................................................VariesDrop Fee (per class)......................................................................5Continuous Registration Fee ..................................................172Graduation Application Fee......................................................40

Late Fee................................................................................25Laboratory, Material, and Other Fees ..............................VariesLanguage Credit by Placement Fee (per course) ..................20Late Registration Fee..................................................................50Music Lesson Fee (per credit) ................................................200Non-Credit Course Fee ......................................................VariesParking Fee (optional, non-refundable,

per semester/annual) ....................................range 33-104Self Support Fee ..................................................................VariesStudent Activity Fees (maximum per semester) ..............59.50Student Health Center Fee (6 or more credits) ......................35Student Credentials Fee ..............................................................5Technology Fee.....................................................5/cr.... ..max 60Transcript Fee (per copy) ............................................................4

ADD/DROPFEEAn add/drop fee of $5 is charged per transaction, beginning

with the first day of instruction. No add/drop fee is charged ifstudents must make changes because the University cancels orreschedules classes after registration.

ADMINISTRATIVEFEEAn administrative fee is a fee charged instead of tuition. There

may be other fees assessed for the course such as lab or material feesin addition to the administrative fee.



ASSET PLACEMENT FEE Testing fee for ASSET Placement Test.

AUDITFEE Auditors pay the same tuition and fees as students registering

for credit.

CANCELLED REGISTRATION FEE (CRF)A Course Reservation Fee is assessed to students who fail to pay

tuition, get approved for a payment plan, or drop all classes by theassigned payment deadline. The CRF for students taking six or fewercredits is $50; more than six credits is $100.

CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT (CEU) FEE This fee varies. It is charged per Continuing Education Unit

instead of tuition.

CONTINUOUS REGISTRATION FEE Graduate students are expected to make continuous progress in

their graduate program from admission through graduation.Continuous registration (except summer session) is required.

CREDIT-BY-EXAM FEE A non-refundable $40-per-credit fee is charged to challenge a

course.

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING EVALUATION FEE A $75 non-refundable fee is assessed when the student files a

Credit for Prior Learning Application.

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING FEE A $15-per-credit fee is assessed for each credit awarded through

the Credit for Prior Learning Program.

DISTANCE FEEA Distance Fee is charged for each telecourse. The fee amount

varies.

LABORATORY, MATERIAL, AND OTHER FEES A fee is sometimes charged in addition to tuition. The semester

Class Schedule identifies courses for which fees are charged and theirpurpose: lab fee, special fee, or materials fee. Fee amounts vary.

LANGUAGE CREDIT BYPLACEMENT FEE An accepted, degree-seeking UAAstudent who has completed in

residence a Department of Languages UAAcatalog course with agrade of “B” or better is eligible to receive credit for the twoimmediately preceding language courses.

LATE REGISTRATION FEE Fee charged to new registrations during Late Registration.

MUSIC LESSON FEE Private music lesson fees are listed in the semester Class

Schedule. Registration in private music lessons also requires thesignature of the chair of the Music Department.

NON-CREDIT COURSE FEE Non-credit courses are numbered 001-049. These courses do not

meet degree requirements and may have fees other than regulartuition. Such fees are listed in the semester Class Schedule as specialfees.

PARKINGFEE All areas on campus except “Visitor Parking” require an

appropriately displayed parking decal. Decals may be purchasedduring regular registration or from the UAAParking Office any timethroughout the semester. The UAAParking Office is located at theUniversity Lake Building, Suite 100. Decal fees are non-refundable.For further details, contact Parking, (907) 786-1119.

SELF SUPPORT FEE Fee for a course that is funded entirely through the revenues

collected when students sign up for that specific course. Costs vary bycourse and may include salaries, supplies, advertising, facilities, andtravel. Separate refund policy applies.

STUDENT ACTIVITYFEES Activity fees of $59.50 per semester are assessed to students

(including underage students) who enroll for three or more credits onthe Anchorage campus. This fee supports student-related activities.

Students taking three or more credits and having all courses offcampus (or non-credit students enrolled for 200 or more contact hoursin one semester) may elect to pay the Student Activity Fees in order tohave access to available activities and facilities, with the exception ofthe Student Health Center. Students taking six or more credits andhaving all courses off campus may elect to pay the Student ActivityFees and Student Health Center Fee in order to have access to allavailable activities and facilities, including the Student Health Center.

STUDENT HEALTH CENTER FEE All students taking a total of six or more credits and having at

least one course (three credits or more) on the Anchorage campus willpay a mandatory Student Health Center Fee.

STUDENT CREDENTIALS FILE FEE A fee is charged to mail out copies of a student’s credentials file.

TECHNOLOGY FEE A fee to provide up-to-date equipment, software, maintenance,

training, and support for student use.

TRANSCRIPTFEE A per copy fee is charged for regular processing and must be

paid in advance.





SPECIAL COURSE AND LABORATORY FEES Special fees are assessed to pay for travel, equipment, or facilities

out of the ordinary. The typical fees listed above normally coverUniversity charges for course registration. Some courses, however,have extraordinary expenses associated with them, and in such casesthe University may charge additional fees in amounts thatapproximate the added instructional or laboratory costs. If othercosts are required for the course, they will be listed in the semesterClass Schedule.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS The University of Alaska Anchorage reserves the right to

withhold final grade reports, transcripts, or diplomas from studentswho have not fulfilled all their financial obligations to the institution.Permission to register for a new semester will be denied, or astudent’s current registration may be cancelled. Students are heldfinancially responsible for all courses for which they register. Interest,late fees, or collection costs will be added to a student’s account. Pastdue accounts will be sent to a collection agency and reported to thecredit bureau.

PAYMENT PROCEDUREAll tuition, fees, and other charges for the semester must be paid

by the applicable deadline or at the time of registration. Paymentmay be made in cash, by check, or by VISA, MasterCard, or Discovercard. Students requiring a payment plan may enroll with TuitionManagement Services (1-800-722-4867). Refer to schedule for theavailable payment plan options.

Tuition and fee charges may be audited, corrected, and adjustedbefore the end of the current semester. Students are notified ofadjustments by mail. No refunds are issued for $1 or less. TheUniversity reserves the right to change its tuition or fees at any time.

REFUND POLICYRefund processing is automatic for students who officially drop

courses or withdraw from the University before the refund deadlinespublished in the current Class Schedule. Students are responsible forthoroughly reading the Class Schedule and being aware of thepublished refund deadlines for their particular classes. The date ofofficial drop or withdrawal activity determines eligibility for a refund.

Students who are forced by extenuating circumstances towithdraw after the refund deadline may petition for refunds.Extenu

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