UAA is the premier university in the heart of Alaska's largest city with campuses throughout Southcentral Alaska. Where culture, innovation and adventure converge, the unique locations provide unparalleled access to industry connections, Arctic research, outdoor recreation and more, facilitating once-in-a-lifetime experiences, groundbreaking education and impactful careers.
UAA offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs that consistently prepare students for success after graduation. State-of-the-art classroom instruction and hands-on learning collide in UAA's innovative academic programs, which feature unique courses that train students to lead Alaska into the future.
Learn more about admissions processes, taking classes, tour UAA in-person or virtually, and find out more about financial aid. The Office of Financial Aid is available to offer support and advice so you can make informed decisions regarding college funding options. The Enrollment Services Center offers virtual and walk-in appointments to help students apply; get help with financial aid, scholarships, and more.
From 13 competitive NCAA teams to recreation and intramural and club sports, students have the opportunity to excel in athletics at every level. The Alaska Airlines Center and Seawolf Sports Complex offer recreation as well as hosting community events and concerts. Students can take advantage of cheering for SeawolfNation with free tickets to many games.
UAA is a hub for cutting-edge theoretical and applied research in health, engineering, and the physical and social sciences. In nearly every discipline, undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to join research teams and collaborate with experienced faculty mentors.
Explore the wide variety of services and resources available at UAA to help promote your academic and personal success and well-being. From academic advising to student clubs and residence life, we're here to help you have an amazing university experience.
UAA is located in the ancestral homelands of the Dena'ina, Ahtna, Alutiiq/Sugpiak, and Eyak/dAXunhyuu Peoples. Alaska Native academic programs at UAA provide an in-depth perspective on contemporary languages, cultures, history, politics, art, governments and corporations. Alaska Native student support programs provide centers for belonging across UAA.
June 09, 2022
Title IX offers protection against discrimination in education (and its extended activities). But what does that mean in real life? Here are some examples of something covered under Title IX.
June 08, 2022
Nominate outstanding staff members for the 2022 Staff Make Students Count Award. The nomination period will be open until June 10, 2022.
Recently, Magnetic North, a documentary film series produced by the Alaska Humanities Forum in partnership with Rasmuson Foundation, featured ISER Director Emeritus Vic Fischer. The 25-minute film captures the story of the larger-than-life Alaskan.
Ryan Swartwood has been named athletic director for the University of Alaska Anchorage. Swartwood has served as interim director since the passing of former director Greg Myford in November 2021.
David Brock graduated from UAA in 2015 with a Geomatics degree, returning in 2019 as a term assistant professor.
June 07, 2022
University of Alaska Anchorage is seeking an Executive Director of University Advancement to provide dynamic, strategic leadership in the areas of Development and Alumni Relations.
Please take a moment to tell us about your experience with selecting textbooks and course materials. Complete a brief survey (5-10 minutes) to be entered for a chance to win a $40 Tango gift card, good to hundreds of vendors of your choice.
The Office of Research is looking to hire a Research Administrator who is eager to learn and grow their career with the university.
In this interactive talk, Amy Gallo, contributing editor at Harvard Business Review and author of Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People) and the HBR Guide to Dealing with Conflict and, combines management research and practical insights to provide straightforward advice on how to disagree with respect and empathy.
Visiting Assistant Professor, Dr. Ivan Tolj, FESB, University of Split, Croatia will be provide a guest presentation on Fuel cell power module for electric forklift with integrated metal hydride hydrogen storage system.