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.
October 23, 2017
Urban in Alaska is a free networking opportunity for faculty, staff, community members and students to dialogue together about important issues in Alaska. The 2017 conference takes place at UAA Oct. 27. Registration and parking are free.
The UAA ski team will hold its annual ski swap Nov. 3–5, 2017 at the Alaska Airlines Center. The sale will be open to the public Saturday, Nov. 4, from noon to 5 p.m. Learn more and register to sell your gear at AKSkiSwap.com.
Come watch students from UAA, UAF and Alaska Pacific University square off on some of the most important issues of our day at the Ethics Bowl. The 2017 Ethics Bowl takes place Saturday, Oct. 28, 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. in the Administrative/Humanities Building. Free and open to the public.
October 22, 2017
October 20, 2017
The "miracle drug" radium wreaks havoc among factory girls during World War I in the Department of Theatre and Dance's fall production. Performances over the two weekends include American Sign Language interpretation and pre-talks with English faculty.
Don't miss the next UAA Jazz Concert, Oct. 25! Artists be will be performing jazz standard repertoire, including swing, blues, Latin and ballad styles.