UPDATE: 2020 Summer Session will be held VIRTUALLY via UAA BlackBoard and Zoom.
See updates to ANSEP's response to COVID-19.
ACCELERATION ACADEMY (SUMMER)
Acceleration Academy students advance one full level in math or science during each five week summer session.
The ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer):
- eliminates remediation;
- reduces the time to Bachelor’s degree for college students;
- saves families college costs;
- saves the State of Alaska millions of dollars in general fund support; and
- increases the economic opportunities for students and their families.
For questions, contact us at the email or phone number below:
uaa_ansepacceleration@alaska.edu or 907-786-0905.
Dates & Location
The Acceleration Academy (Summer) is a 5-week opportunity that is held on the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) campus and hosted by ANSEP. Students will be housed on the UAA campus for the duration of the ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer).
The 2020 5-week session dates will be held from May 25 to June 26, 2020.
UPDATE: 2020 Summer Session will be held VIRTUALLY via UAA BlackBoard and Zoom.
HOW TO TAKE THE ALEKS MATH PLACEMENT TEST
Option 1: Follow these directions if you DO NOT have a University of Alaska (UA) username and password:
- Go to www.aleks.com
- Select "SIGN UP NOW!"
- Enter class code: CUA3E-GJGKD and Select "Continue"
- Complete student registration and student survey
- Complete Placement Assessment (Time Limit: 72 hours)
- Note: A student may re-take the assessment up to 5 times
- Print a copy of Placement Assessment and include with your application packet
Option 2: Follow these directions in the link below if you DO have a University of Alaska (UA) username and password:
How to Apply
UPDATE: 2020 Summer Session will be held VIRTUALLY via UAA BlackBoard and Zoom.
HOW TO TAKE THE ALEKS MATH PLACEMENT TEST
Option 1: Follow these directions if you DO NOT have a University of Alaska (UA) username and password:
- Go to www.aleks.com
- Select "SIGN UP NOW!"
- Enter class code: CUA3E-GJGKD and Select "Continue"
- Complete student registration and student survey
- Complete Placement Assessment (Time Limit: 72 hours)
- Note: A student may re-take the assessment up to 5 times
- Print a copy of Placement Assessment and include with your application packet
Option 2: Follow these directions in the link below if you DO have a University of Alaska (UA) username and password:
Application process
Please include all application documents together in one packet. Only complete applications will be considered. You may not receive notification of an incomplete application. Required documents are:
- Application Forms
- Student Records/Transcripts including Request for Records form signed by registrar
- Two recommendation forms from teachers
- 500-word essay explaining how you plan to contribute to the future of Alaska
- Current ALEKS math test scores. [If you’ve previously taken a college math course, please indicate the course(s) and grade(s) received]
Mail Application to
ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer)
3211 Providence Dr, ANSEP 205
Anchorage, AK 99508
OR
Deliver Application to
ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer)
2929 Spirit Way
Anchorage, AK 99508
*Applications will not be accepted by email or by fax.
Because all Acceleration Academy students are required to take a college math course, acceptance is determined by placement into one of the college math courses offered. Students who are taking college-level math classes for the first time must demonstrate their math level through standardized test scores. Math class placement is determined by the following chart:
| Math Course | ALEKS PPL | ANSEP Eligibility |
| MATH A054 - Pre-Algebra | 0-16 | Ineligible |
| MATH A055 - Elementary Algebra | 17-29 | Ineligible |
| MATH A105 - Intermediate Algebra | 30-54 | Minimum Placement |
| MATH A151 - College Algebra for Calculus | 55-77 | Preferred |
| MATH A152 - Trigonometry | 65-77 | Preferred |
| MATH A251 - Calculus 1 | 78-100 | Preferred |
For more information about ALEKS scores and math placement, please visit https://www.alaska.edu/aleks/
FAQ
UPDATE: 2020 Summer Session will be held VIRTUALLY via UAA BlackBoard and Zoom.
How do I get an application for 2020 ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer)?
The 2020 ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer) application deadline has surpassed and is no longer available.
How can I submit the application?
*Applications will not be accepted by email or by fax.
What happens if I submit the application past the deadline?
Late applications will not be considered for the ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer).
What happens if I submit the application documents separately?
Incomplete application packets will not be considered. To ensure an application is considered complete, please submit the application documents in one packet.
When will I be notified on whether or not I have been accepted?
Applicants will receive notification within a month of the application deadline.
At what grade can I start applying for the ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer)?
Current 8th through 11th grade students may apply for the Acceleration Academy (Summer).
Can I still apply as a current senior in high school?
Current seniors should apply for the ANSEP Summer Bridge Component. Visit the ANSEP Summer Bridge website or detailed information at http://www.ansep.net/high‐school/summer‐bridge.
What is the ALEKS test?
“The ALEKS is UAA’s computerized placement test to assess your skills in Mathematics.” For detailed information visit the UAA ALEKS site website at https://www.alaska.edu/aleks/
Do I have to take the ALEKS test every year I submit an Acceleration Academy application?
The ALEKS test score is not required if you:
- Have previously completed MATH 105 or higher through UAA, UAF, or UAS with a "C" grade or better;
- Have completed the UAA Math ALEKS test with a score of 30 or higher in June 2019 or later.
How is my math class placement determined for ANSEP Acceleration Academy?
Your math class placement is determined by your Math ALEKS test scores. See the UAA ALEKS testing site to determine your placement at https://www.alaska.edu/aleks/score/UAA-Placement-Scores.pdf
What high school math class is typically needed to place into MATH A105?
Students typically place into MATH A105 after successfully completing Algebra I with a “C” or better.
What happens if my Math ALEKS score is too low to enroll in MATH A105?
A student whose scores are too low to enroll in MATH A105 cannot be accepted into the ANSEP Acceleration Academy.
How many university credits can I earn for each UAA math class?
- ENGR 151 - Intro. to Engineering: 1 credit
- MATH 105 - Intermediate Algebra: 3 credits
- MATH 151 - College Algebra for Calculus: 4 credits
- MATH 152 - Trigonometry: 3 credits
- MATH 251 - Calculus I: 4 credits
- MATH 252 - Calculus II: 4 credits
- MATH 253 - Calculus III: 4 credits
Contact Info
For more information please contact:
Michael Ulroan
ANSEP Acceleration Components Director
Phone: (907) 786-1148
Fax: (907) 786-1899
mikeu@alaska.edu
Janelle Sharp
ANSEP Acceleration (Anchorage) Regional Director
Phone: (907) 786-1596
Fax: (907) 786-1899
jmsharp2@alaska.edu
Corissa Berntsen
ANSEP Acceleration (Mat-Su) Regional Director
Phone: (907) 352-0422
Fax: (907) 786-1899
ckberntsen@alaska.edu
Mailing Address:
Attn: ANSEP Acceleration Academy (Summer)
University of Alaska Anchorage
3211 Providence Drive, ANSEP 205
Anchorage, AK 99508
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