| The nursing school at University of Alaska Anchorage is a public institution located in Anchorage, Alaska. Its nursing programs are accredited by ACEN, CCNE and COA. Out of 3 nursing schools in Alaska, University of Alaska Anchorage ranks #1 in the state, and out of more than 1,700 nursing programs nationally, it ranks #290. It's 3-year average NCLEX-RN passing rate is 86.63%, giving the University of Alaska Anchorage an overall grade of B. |
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Nursing degrees offered at University of Alaska Anchorage: Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nursing, and the school provides its offerings to students via campus, hybrid and online formats.
Academic degree levels offered:Â Bachelor Degree, Master Degree, MSN to DNP, Post Master's NP Certificate and RN to BSN level degrees.
For nursing students in Alaska, the state average NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 90.93% and for BSN programs is 86.63%. The average national NCLEX-RN passing rate for ADN programs is 85.80% and for BSN programs is 86.21%.
University of Alaska Anchorage Nursing at a Glance
- NCLEX-RN Passing Rate Average: 86.63%
- Alaska State Rank: 1
- National Rank: 290
- Grade: B
Ranked Programs
- MSN - Best in Each State
- Nurse Practitioner - State Best Nurse Practitioner Programs in Alaska
- RN to BSN - State Best RN to BSN in Alaska
- RN to BSN - State
- Best Specific NP Programs Adult Psychiatric – Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Best Online Nursing Programs for Alaska Students
In-state nursing schools are preferable to out-of-state programs as your tuition and logistics for attending school will be considerably less than if you attended school out-of-state. Online nursing schools are also an option.
Compare Alaska Nursing School Programs
| Compare Alaska Nursing Schools | ADN | BSN |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Nursing Programs in Alaska | 1 | 1 |
| Average NCLEX Passing Rate in Alaska | 90.93% | 86.63% |
| NCLEX Passing Rate Range in Alaska | 90.93% to 90.93% | 86.63% to 86.63% |
| Best Ranked School Details | ADN Rankings for Alaska | BSN Rankings for Alaska |
University of Alaska Anchorage
University of Alaska Anchorage
Pass Rate
3211 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK - 99508
(907) 786-1800
- NCLEX Passing Rate: (B) 86.63%
- Programs: Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nursing
- Award Levels: Bachelor, MSN, MSN to DNP, Post Master's NP Certificate, RN to BSN
University Information
Total Faculty: 547
In-State Undergraduate Tuition: $8,622
Book and Supplies: $1,320
Percent Received Aid: 83%
Average Grant or Scholarship: $6,504
Percent Admitted: 77%
Percent Admitted who Enrolled: 45%
Graduation Rate: 30%
Cities in Alaska Offering Accredited Nursing Programs
If you are not finding the right nursing program in Anchorage or want to compare nursing schools from other cities in Alaska? Compare average NCLEX scores, in-state and out-of-state tuition costs as well as schools with strong alumni networks. The following is a list of cities in with accredited nursing programs in Alaska: Anchorage and Juneau
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Sources: The State Board of Nursing from Each State, U.S. Department of Education: College Scorecard, U.S. Department of Education – OPE, National Center for Education Statistics, Bureau of Labor Statistics
