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.
January 30, 2024
A CLEP-A-THON is a drop in test day or week that allows the test taker to take as many CLEP exams as they can. Examinees will still be required to register but can do so onsite with assistance from test center staff.
January 29, 2024
Join Ethan/ Kayaaní J Lauesen at the UAA Printmaking Studio for a demonstration on Intaglio printing. Learn about the technical process of printing a copper plate etching and adding additional colors through chine-collé. This event is free and open to the public.
The Learning Commons' new location on the first floor of the UAA/APU Consortium Library serves as a hub of student engagement and learning at UAA with a community-centered design, creative study spaces and free support services available in-person and online.
This year's Kids 2 Careers event will be taking place on April 5, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. If you would like to volunteer to lead a session, please register at the link below.
The UAA School of Medical Education is a partnership with the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM), part of the Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho (WWAMI) decentralized medical education program. UAA WWAMI is seeking applicants for a non-tenure track appointment in the School of Medical Education, teaching Human Form and Function (HFF) to 1st and 2nd year medical students in the Foundations Phase.
Have you found your intellectual passions and want to continue your education beyond your Bachelor’s degree? Are you curious about graduate school?
UAA Center for Human Development/Alaska Training Cooperative promotes healthcare and behavioral health career development opportunities for direct support professionals, supervisors and professionals in the filed engaged with the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority beneficiaries by ensuring that training technical assistance and training is accessible and coordinated.
January 24, 2024
Calling all UAA event planners! Do you schedule/plan events for your department or college?
The Seawolf Food Pantry is an on-campus food pantry that is open to all UAA students experiencing food insecurity. Students can access the pantry up to twice per month to receive a 3-day supply of shelf-stable food for households of up to 4.
Through April 2024, Disability Services (DS) offices across the state will continue to offer free monthly virtual training sessions covering a variety of essential DS topics. ASL Interpreters and live transcription services will be provided during each session. All presentations will be recorded for post-session viewing, please register to receive a link.