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.
July 15, 2013
Fidelity will have a consultant on campus Aug. 1 and 2 to help with your financial planning for retirement. One-on-one meetings are available. To schedule an appointment, please call (800) 343-0860 or use the online reservation tool.
The Department of Residence Life and University Housing welcomes two new residence coordinators to UAA's on-campus living community this summer: Dion Crommarty and Ryan Hill. Read on to learn more about their upcoming roles in the residential community.
Effective immediately, due to a change in state legislation, all procurement dollar thresholds for UAA expenditures have been increased as follows...
Thirty-eight UAA alums joined Chancellor Case and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Alumni Relations Rachel Morse for a Seattle Mariners game at Safeco Field on Saturday, July 13.
July 12, 2013
Enrollment Services will be closed all day on Friday, July 19, for National Standards Training. All services related to Financial Aid, Admissions, Records and Registration will be unavailable during that time.
Rehabilitation of the Old Seward Highway began in June and will continue through late fall with several projects affecting access to UAA's University Center (UC), home of the One Stop for students as well as headquarters for several programs. Be sure to allow yourself a few extra minutes when traveling to the UC and keep your eyes open for changing traffic patterns.
The University of Alaska Foundation announces the availability of the Ted Stevens EADS Scholarship. The scholarship is available to dependents of current, former or deceased members of the Alaska National Guard or United States Coast Guard who are currently stationed in Alaska or were stationed in Alaska at the time of discharge or death. The minimum award amount will be $1,000. The deadline to apply is Friday, Aug. 30.
UAA has launched the search for its new director of Athletics. The public can participate in the process, which is expected to take five to seven weeks, by attending an open forum on July 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the UAA/APU Consortium Library, room 307.
July 11, 2013
July 10, 2013
An Alaska animal bone collection has been curated and managed by volunteer federal and state scientists, university professors and students, and even trappers and citizens. Find out how the Alaska Coalition of Zooarchaeologists collection is used.