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.
October 10, 2023
It’s time to register for this year’s Accreditation Kickoff with keynote speaker Dr. Jillian Kinzie, associate director, National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), and senior scholar, National Institute for Learning Outcomes (NILOA)!
Join this free documentary screening co-hosted by the Department of Journalism and Public Communications and the Alaska Teen Media Institute. Open to all students, staff, faculty and community members.
Rural Immersion Institute of the North, RIIN, is a 10 day program offered in the summer by Alaska's AHEC for undergraduate and graduate healthcare students or professionals interested in rural health practice. Students will spend the beginning of the program in Anchorage, learning about Alaskan culture and meeting with healthcare professionals to hear about their experiences.
October 09, 2023
Student applications, including letters of recommendation, for the Ted Stevens Legislative Internship are due Oct. 31st. Undergraduate students in any major program are eligible to apply.
Haunted Halloween Fun Night is Anchorage's largest indoor trick-or-treat event for children and their families. Hosted by the Club Council and Student Organization Services, this spook-tacular event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, in the Student Union Building.
October 07, 2023
Did you know that the Bookworms Synergy Group hosts an employee book club? This month we are reading Something Wicked This Way Comes by Ray Bradbury.
Join the Department of Languages for an inspiring panel conversation on language education journeys and the careers they led to! Tea and cookies will be served.
Come learn how you can save the life of someone in distress from a heroin or opioid overdose. Complete a quick training and receive a life saving overdose rescue kit. Open to UAA students and staff.
October 06, 2023
Our Seawolves volleyball team is back on the court playing Northwest Nazarene in the GNAC on Saturday, Oct. 14. Let's see everyone come out to support the team.
Protect yourselves and the UAA community this flu season! The Student Health and Counseling Center is hosting fall flu and COVID vaccine clinics! Clinics will be on Oct. 9 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Consortium Library as well as on Oct. 11 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Rasmuson Hall lobby.