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.
October 01, 2021
If you have lost a set of keys in the Beatrice McDonald Hall building, please speak with the Admin assistant in the second floor suite at BMH or myself (rrkelty@alaska.edu). I’d like to reunite keys with owner! Thank you.
As the university continues to navigate COVID-19 and the new virtual learning and work environment, open dialogue and communication are essential in creating community. Please join the chancellor and his cabinet for the first in a series of conversational forums.
The University of Alaska Anchorage has announced that Chris Cosentino, Steve Murphy and Matthew Shasby have been chosen as finalists for the head coach position for the Seawolf hockey program.
Governor Mike Dunleavy recently issued a proclamation recognizing Oct. 1, 2021, as Alaska Manufacturing Day. This day is meant to recognize and celebrate the manufacturers of Alaska and how they benefit the communities.
September 30, 2021
Today, Sept. 30, we are holding space for our Alaska Native and Indigenous communities across the state, the country and Canada for the National Day of Remembrance for U.S. Indian Boarding Schools, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day.
UAA/APU Books of the Year, Difficult Dialogues Initiative and the Center for Community Engagement & Learning invite you to a talk by Justin Lee, author of UAA Book of the Year, "Talking Across the Divide: How to Communicate with People You Disagree with & Maybe Even Change the World," on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2:30-3:45 p.m.
You may know we have rovers on Mars, but have you ever wondered where on Earth they come from? Go behind the scenes at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory to find out! JPL designs, builds and operates deep space robots to explore the universe and our place within it. This talk by special guest Jordan Ticktin will cover who we are, what we do, how we do it and how space fans like you can get involved.
First Year Advising is seeking a student assistant. Apply today!
September 29, 2021
Conversation Cafe is a series of conversations for students whose identities are being celebrated in each heritage month. These events center on deep conversations about identity, community and specific experiences among those with these shared identities.
September 28, 2021
Free Yeti Dogs for the first 80 people to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Not vaccinated yet? Get your COVID-19 vaccine in Cuddy Hall and enjoy a Yeti Dog after. COVID-19 vaccines are available at the Student Health and Counseling Center by appointment for all students, staff and faculty.