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.
March 28, 2018
The Blood Bank of Alaska will host a mobile blood drive on UAA's residential campus March 30, 2018. Donating blood is safe, simple and saves lives. The entire process usually takes about an hour. Please consider donating if you're eligible.
March 27, 2018
Handshake is the ultimate career network and recruiting platform for UAA students and alumni—and it's free! Learn how to activate your account.
Sophomore skier Hailey Swirbul has traveled the world this semester, reaching the podium twice at the NCAA Championship in March, and earning two medals at Junior World Ski Championships in February, and accomplishing it all while holding a 4.0 in civil engineering back in Anchorage.
The Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence recognize faculty and staff for extraordinary work and dedication to UAA students and community. The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, March 30.
Join UAA on March 29, 2018 for a walk across campus to promote suicide prevention. This is a free, community event to celebrate reasons to live.