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 07, 2023
The UAA College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) is hosting "Celebrate CAS", a resource fair. Learn about CAS on-campus jobs, volunteering and leadership positions. Discover new CAS programs and courses.
Please join us for the first talk in a lunchtime series sponsored by the Department for Public Policy and Administration and the Alaska Federal Executives Association.
September 06, 2023
September is Safety Awareness Month. As campus gets busy for fall semester, help maintain a safe environment for everyone! Here are some campus resources to know.
The Atwood Chair of Journalism, John Sharify, shares his insights about the power of storytelling and journalism and the impact of stories in local communities. The lecture will be held from 7:00 PM-8:00 PM in Fine Arts Recital Hall, with a short Q&A session, followed by a reception in the Fine Arts Building First Floor Lobby.
Help the UAA School of Education spotlight censorship this Banned Books Week! Join us in the UAA Literacy Lounge (PSB 102) from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Oct. 2-6 to hear campus community members read from their favorite banned books.
Workshop Series, Sept. 11- 15, each night at 7 p.m. in Kimura Gallery, UAA Fine Arts Building. The workshops all center on introducing artists/students to the basics of generative AI in the context of visual art, music and open source software.
September 03, 2023
Forrest A. Nabors and students and faculty in the Department of Political Science in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Alaska, Anchorage warmly invite you to join them on Constitution Day, Sunday, September 17, for an upcoming event.
In honor of Constitution Week (Sept. 17-23 each year), the Department of Political Science will hold the annual James Madison Cup competition on Saturday, Sept. 16, at 5.30 p.m., in the lecture hall of the Conoco-Phillips Integrated Science Building (CPISB), Room 120.
The Office of the Registrar is looking for a highly motivated, people and service-oriented individual with stellar organizational skills and attention to detail to join its team as a Registration Specialist.
The Recycling Program Crew is looking to hire students! To apply visit: careers.alaska.edu (Search Job #525513) The Recycling program is part of the UAA General Support Services department. Recycling crew members are all UAA students.