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 09, 2024
Have you adopted Open Educational Resources (OER)* or, in some other way, significantly lowered the cost of course materials or textbooks in this current semester or in a previous one? Or do you know a colleague who has?
We are excited to announce the release of the 2024 request for proposal (RFP) for multi-institution transportation mobility project proposals. These projects require principal investigators (PIs) from at least two of our consortium partners to participate.
January 08, 2024
Join Staff Council for a cup of coffee and learn more about how to get involved! Staff Council is made up of dedicated staff who care about UAA and want to ensure it continues to be a great place for both employees and students alike.
The UAA Student Health and Counseling Center will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024 for staff training and also from noon - 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. Phone messages will be checked the following business day. If you experience an emergency, during this closure, please call 911.
The UAA Annual Fund for Excellence recognizes impactful work being done at our university, made possible through generous support of alumni and community partners. You are invited to submit a proposal showcasing your work advancing UAA’s educational mission and demonstrating the value of philanthropy to our university.
The Feb. 15 deadline for scholarship application submissions is fast approaching. To better serve our stakeholders, the University of Alaska Foundation is offering open trainings during the month of January and February to help make the scholarship selection a smoother process.
The UAA Pride Center is celebrating its first anniversary on Jan. 17, 2024 from 5-7 p.m. Please join us in the Student Union Cafeteria, right outside of the Pride Center. We'll have speakers, entertainment, food, beverages and great company!
Beginning in February, Google and Yahoo will begin requiring organizations that send more than 5000 emails a day to Google or Yahoo email addresses to perform additional configuration for those emails to ensure mail continues to be delivered to @alaska.edu email accounts.
January 03, 2024
Be a part of a dynamic team supporting local high school students prepare for educational opportunities after high school! TRIO Upward Bound and Educational Talent Search is looking for a UAA student to provide back end support through data entry, file management, supply management, occasional event support, and other tasks.
Housemate wanted. Looking to share a 3 bedroom (plus an office), 1 1/2 bath house in Old Turnagain near the Coastal Trail. Partially furnished. Non-smoking professional. Fenced backyard with a large garden area. Rent is $750/month plus half of the utilities. Call or text 907-529-6922.