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.
August 07, 2024
Enrollment Services will open late, Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 for an all-staff event.
From Thursday, Aug. 8 through Friday, Aug. 23, the intersections of West Campus Drive, Seawolf Drive, Mallard Drive and Career Center Drive will be closed due to Chugach Electric performing utility trenching and repaving these roadways.
August 06, 2024
A new program led by UAA's Alaska Small Business Development Center will deploy over $83 million in federal funds to drive private sector investments into rural and Alaska Native-owned businesses across the state. By bringing together 125 of Alaska’s federally recognized tribes to create the largest tribal consortium in the nation, the program will provide critical financial resources for Alaska’s small businesses and help foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Michele Yatchmeneff, associate professor of civil engineering and executive director for Alaska Native Education and Outreach at UAA, recently joined NSF's Discovery Files podcast to discuss her background, the importance of belonging and engaging Alaska Native students in STEM fields.
August 02, 2024
The UA Staff Alliance is pleased to once again offer a class fee scholarship for UA classes taken by staff that directly support their career or professional development. The scholarship, good for the 2024 fall semester, is for up to $250 per employee.
The Early Bird Parking Permit Special is still available now through Aug. 25, 2024! Did you know your parking permit fees go to support:
August 01, 2024
The UAA IT Technical Support Center (TSC) staff will be attending a training class for the dates of Aug. 5-9, 2024.
July 31, 2024
The UAA Office of the Bursar will be closed Wednesday, Aug. 7 and Thursday Aug. 8 for staff training. Staff will check emails periodically throughout the day to respond to student inquiries.
UAA Admissions is seeking a highly motivated, organized individual to serve as admissions counselor. An ideal candidate will have an affinity for UAA and for higher education.
Atlas' $50,000 donation to UAA will fund seven scholarships to help offset education costs for students pursuing careers in the aviation industry. The needs-based scholarships will help expand opportunities for students while addressing critical workforce shortages.