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.
August 23, 2013
What on earth is a Seawolf? The question is a head scratcher riddled with intrigue. "Outside of UAA, I've never hear of it. Most (of) the time I'm thinking, 'What the heck is it anyway?'" Leinalani Silvira, accounting major, said.
August 22, 2013
University of Alaska President Pat Gamble has hired longtime human resources professional and adjunct professor Erik Seastedt from the State University of New York (SUNY) to serve as the UA System's chief human resources officer. Seastedt will start the job Sept. 16, replacing interim officer Michelle Rizk, who also serves as associate vice president for budget.
August 21, 2013
Parking on campus is severely limited and much different from last semester. Remember to allow yourself extra travel time and keep a back-up plan. Read on for a complete list of current on-campus parking options, as well as alternative ways to access campus.
Welcome home to our new and returning UAA residents! UAA's Department of Residence Life, part of UAA's On-Campus Living community, hosts an annual Welcome Week each fall to welcome new and returning students living in UAA's residence halls and apartments. Fall Welcome Week consists of more than 60 events and programs, with opportunities to win great prizes
Want to enjoy a comfortable retirement? Come meet with Daniel Crumpacker, a financial planner and UAA graduate who has been helping employees plan their retirements for nine years. Crumpacker is available to meet university employees, and you do not have to be a VALIC client to meet with him.
Want to see what 4th Avenue looked like after the 1964 earthquake? Just type in your query at the new portal created by Archives and Special Collections and it’ll search through meticulously cataloged images.
Catherine heads up UAA’s green thumb brigade. You’ve seen her work in the planters, flowerbeds and other landscaping around campus. Lured up north by caviar, she's had some adventures on her path to UAA.
UAA's Air Force ROTC cadets were honored as the Best Small ROTC Detachment in the Northwest.
August 20, 2013
Please join the College of Business and Public Policy in welcoming our distinguished guest from Beijing, China: Professor Siwei Cheng, vice chairman of the Standing Committee for the National People's Congress of the People’s Republic of China and dean of the School of Management of the Graduate University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.