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 26, 2021
The UAA Student Health and Counseling Center will provide COVID-19 vaccines by appointment April 6 and 7 to UAA employees and students only who are 18 years or older. Call the SHCC to schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at (907) 786-4050.
Dear UAA Community: The change of seasons has always been one of the many highlights about living in Alaska, and I look forward to the return of spring to our campuses.
The Grand Rounds is an interactive experience investigating telehealth for infectious disease with peers, faculty, and healthcare providers. All students interested in healthcare are invited and welcome. Panelists will include microbiologists, an epidemiologist, a nurse, and a patient that has recovered from COVID-19.
The UAA/APU Books of the Year (BOY) program is proud to collaborate with Senior Seminar art students on this exhibit entitled “Eyes to See, Ears to Hear: Rising Resilience.” The BOY program brings faculty, staff, and community members together to understand common themes, serves as the catalyst for discussions of larger issues, and provides creative venues for people to express their interpretations of those issues in different ways.
Students and aspiring entrepreneurs will compete for top prizes at Perfect Pitch, the finale of our Business Plan Competition, on Friday, March 26, at 5:30 p.m. Join us as four finalists present their start-up ideas. Watch the pitches and determine your perfect pick. Then vote in the People's Choice category while our judges deliberate over the Grand Prize ($6,000), Second Place ($3,000) and First Fortune $500 Award.
March 25, 2021
Launch your health career at the UAA Health Education Summit — a free virtual event on March 27, hosted by the College of Health and WWAMI School of Medical Education!
As an employee of UAA, you dedicate your work to the success of our students, our mission and this community — guiding each graduating class toward their dreams of opportunity and innumerable contributions to our state.
March 24, 2021
The UAA Honors Task Force invites faculty, staff and students to attend one of two open forums in which results from the Future of Honors at UAA survey and the recommendations from the Honors Task Force will be presented. During the presentation, questions and concerns will be addressed, and additional recommendations from the UAA community about the Honors program will be solicited.
It's never too early to start your career journey! Encourage your students and alumni to join Career Services on Handshake for the very first UA Virtual Career Expo on March 24 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join us for a virtual presentation of "Coloring the Universe" presented by UAA Astronomer, Dr. Travis Rector. The presentation will be followed by a live Q&A from our Facebook Live and Zoom audience.