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.
March 25, 2022
UAA Club Council, in partnership with the UAA Esports Lounge, is proud to announce the 24hr Livestream for Charity this Friday, March 25 from 6 a.m. to 6 a.m. on Saturday, March 26 supporting Children's Lunchbox through Bean’s Cafe.
Faculty proposals are now being accepted for the 2022 Selkregg Community Engagement and Service Learning Award. The application deadline is Friday, March 25, 2022, by 5 p.m.
March 24, 2022
Starting April 4, students and staff will be able to access most campus buildings during the day without a WolfCard.
ISER and the UAA Department of Public Policy and Administration are co-hosting a seminar with Dr. Chad Briggs on Thursday, March 24, from noon-1 p.m. Dr. Briggs will give an overview of the recent expansion of the war in Ukraine, including security and energy implications for the United States and Alaska. A Q&A will follow.
To support student learning through the end of the Spring semester, UAA IT Services has extended access to our old VPN solution, CISCO AnyConnect, for student access.
Undergraduate research assistants are needed for the 2022-2023 academic year to help teach a health promotion program to older adults in Anchorage and Eagle River.
Come join our fun team for a paid lab and field research opportunity! We are looking to hire a summer research technician, ideally a student looking for research laboratory experience.
Launch your health career at the UAA Health Education Summit on Saturday, March 26, held virtually on Zoom from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Explore degrees in medicine, behavioral health, nursing and other high-demand fields. Talk to experts about how to find the right health career for you. Plus, learn what it means to practice healthcare and social services in the real world. To learn more and register for this free event, visit uaa.alaska.edu/healthsummit.
Women in Engineering Night gives students and professionals a chance to make lasting connections. We will host a game of Kahoot, have speed-mentoring sessions where you can ask professionals about their daily routines as engineers, advice on classes and career paths, work-life balance, and anything else you’d like to know about, and have a speaker from Boeing! Food will be provided!
March 23, 2022
Off the Chain is Anchorage's bicycle collective. We have tools, space, parts and know-how to help you fix your bike. We also fix donated bikes to get them back on the road. Stop by student night to crank on bikes and learn more about volunteering this summer.