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.
The University of Alaska Anchorage transforms lives with over 150 academic certificate and degree programs, student-focused support services, and a dedicated and talented faculty.
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 28, 2019
Please sign up to attend the quick tour, where you will visit colleagues offices that you may rarely get to interact with outside of electronic media.
January 27, 2019
Shop for amazing deals on electronics, furniture and more. Drop by the UAA Warehouse anytime during the public sale (Friday, Feb. 1, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.) to browse the selection.
January 25, 2019
You can donate food for furloughed workers Jan. 24 and 25 in Beatrice McDonald Hall (BMH), Room 231, anytime between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
January 24, 2019
January 22, 2019
After a decade of being shelved, UAA and the Municipality of Anchorage have renewed collaborative efforts to create the city’s first Climate Action Plan, and Associate Professor Shannon Donovan’s capstone class got a front-row seat to all the action.
The UAA/Anchorage Daily News Creative Writing Contest is accepting entries now through Feb. 8, 2019. Submit your best fiction, nonfiction or poetry today!
Keep reading for a recap of UAA Staff Council's meeting on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019.
The Capitol Report offers regular updates and analysis on the overall legislative process and legislation of interest, including the university’s budget.