Higher Education Act (HEA) Compliance
The University of Alaska (UA) System is committed to providing transparent, accessible, and compliant information under the Higher Education Act (HEA). This page centralizes resources and general information about UA's compliance efforts, helping students, families, and employees access the resources they need across our campuses. For campus-specific details, please refer to the links provided below.
For more details about UA's compliance with the HEA and related policies, visit:
The Higher Education Act of 1965 is a federal law designed to improve educational access and ensure accountability in institutions of higher learning. As a recipient of federal funding, UA complies with the HEA by providing information on areas such as financial aid, campus safety, student outcomes, and institutional policies.
Accreditation and Licensure
The University of Alaska and its three main universities are accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Many individual programs also have specialized accreditations. For detailed information on accreditation, visit:
Facilities and Services for Students with Disabilities
Each university offers comprehensive services for students with disabilities, including accommodations, advocacy, and access to assistive technologies.
Employees can contact Human Resources for Workplace Accommodations
Copyright Compliance
UA complies with copyright laws under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Educational resources are provided to inform students about copyright rules and legal alternatives to file sharing. For more information, contact the Office of Information Technology at your campus.
Financial Aid and Cost of Attendance
Students across UA campuses can access federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs. Resources include tools to estimate costs, understand refund policies, and review withdrawal impacts on financial aid eligibility.
Campus Safety and Clery Act Reporting
UA adheres to the Clery Act by publishing annual security reports, which include campus crime statistics and safety protocols.
FERPA Compliance
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects student education records at UA campuses. Students can learn more about their rights and how UA safeguards their privacy:
Course Materials
Information on required and recommended textbooks, including ISBN numbers and prices, is available through campus-specific resources:
Student Outcomes
UA tracks and publishes data on graduation rates, retention rates, and employment outcomes to promote transparency and accountability. For student outcome information, visit UA Institutional Research.
Voter Registration
UA encourages civic engagement by providing voter registration resources. Students can register to vote or learn more at the Alaska Division of Elections.
Federal Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) Compliance
The Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) of 1995 (as amended in 2007) requires certain organizations to register as lobbying entities with the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate and report quarterly on all lobbying activities and expenses. Based on the requirements outlined in the law, the University of Alaska (UA) system must comply with the registration and reporting obligations in the LDA. ALL faculty and staff that engage in lobbying in their official capacity as UA system employees should report lobbying activities and expenses. For more information about LDA compliance, visit Federal Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) Compliance.