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.
July 08, 2020
On June 5, the Board of Regents honored lifelong educator and Learning Resource Center coordinator at the Kachemak Bay Campus Caroline Venuti with the annual Staff Make Students Count award.
UAA alumni find many ways to stay connected and give back to their community, including computer science, mathematics and natural sciences grad Nick Armstrong-Crews, senior software engineer at Google.
The University of Alaska Board of Regents will meet later this week and next week to finalize the selection of an interim president for the University of Alaska System. The board expects that an interim president will be appointed on or about July 15 and will serve in the interim role for up to 18 months.
July 07, 2020
Dr. Garth N. Jones died on July 1, 2020, from a stroke at the age of ninety-five. Dr. Jones was the founding dean of the College of Business and Public Policy (1974-1979). He joined the University of Alaska Anchorage in the fall of 1973 as a professor of public administration and political science.
Room available in a bright split-level 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo in Turnagain/Spenard. Condo is fully furnished aside from the available bedroom. There are big windows, spacious kitchen and common areas, washer/dryer, lawn, and a balcony.
The UAA Testing Center is closed for relocation from the University Center to the UAA/APU Consortium Library, July 1 through July 31, 2020. We will reopen to the public in August and will post the dates on our website.
July 06, 2020
Faith Itta is UAA’s second Udall Undergraduate Scholarship recipient. The social work major, who starts her senior year this fall, has big plans to bring change to the way Alaska Native and American Indian children are treated by leveraging the Indian Child Welfare Act.
July 05, 2020
UAA Chancellor Sandeen recently wrote an article for Times Higher Education
July 01, 2020
As the Fourth of July holiday and long weekend approach, I hope you all enjoy a time of renewal and relaxation. This is likely to be different from past Fourth of July celebrations that featured parades, fairs, large gatherings and other activities that are no longer possible due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, Independence Day is especially poignant this year as recent national events highlight systemic racism and inequities that persist in this country.
June 30, 2020
Beginning in Jult 5, 2020, both the eastbound and westbound lanes of Northern Lights Boulevard will be closed to traffic near UAA Drive. Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) work crews will be replacing a creek culvert that collapsed under the road. The road will be fully closed so that the creek can be diverted during construction.