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.
September 08, 2021
Last fall, UAA announced its Fast Track Certificate program. This year, the Municipality of Anchorage has collaborated with the university with a $3 million American Rescue Plan Act grant that broadens the scope of the Fast Track program.
The UAA Surge Workforce has been working collaboratively with the State of Alaska over the course of the pandemic to provide contact tracing efforts in order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. We are currently hiring for Tier 1 and Tier 2 positions.
September 07, 2021
Housemate wanted - Looking to share a 3 bedroom (plus an office); 1 1/2 bath house with a 2 car heated garage in Old Turnagain near the Coastal Trail. Partially furnished. Non-smoking professional. Fenced backyard with a large garden area. Rent is $750/month plus 1/2 of the utilities.
Are you interested in pursuing a job in IT? Here's your chance! UAA Information Technology Services (ITS) is currently seeking applications for an IT Student Assistant and IT Switchboard Operator.
Do you enjoy helping other students learn concepts and succeed? The School of Nursing in collaboration with the Learning Commons is currently recruiting for student employees to tutor nursing students.
The annual Spirit Run is a fun, community-based race held at the beginning of the academic year to bring new and returning members of the UAA community together to explore the areas surrounding the UAA campus. This year, join the Seawolf Community for a distance challenge Sept. 20–Oct. 4.
Friday, Sept. 3 was UAA Day at the Alaska State Fair. From green and gold flair to giant pumpkins, take a look at our slideshow highlighting the best moments.
September 06, 2021
Appointments currently available for the FDA-approved Pfizer or the one-and-done Johnson & Johnson vaccines on Tuesday, Sept. 7 for residents west of the Seward Highway and Thursday, Sept. 9 for residents east of the Seward Highway. Make your appointment here: anchoragecovidvaccine.org. Be sure to register no later than the day prior to available appointments. Same-day registration will not be available.
September 03, 2021
In early June, UAA IT Services began to roll out a security enhancement called Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to better protect users and sensitive UAA information from malicious cyber-attacks. Over the past few months, we have seen a significant increase in the number of attempts to access and steal university information by stealing usernames and passwords and gaining access to employee accounts.
This week, take action in raising awareness and learning more during National Suicide Prevention Week. This week is an opportunity to learn skills to recognize warning signs that someone may be at risk for suicide and what you can do to help someone who may be in crisis. Stop by one of the Health Promotion Team's tables around campus and participate in making a helper flag or attend a free suicide prevention training.