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 20, 2015
August 19, 2015
University Police Department is now offering digital fingerprinting at a cost of $25 per person. Read more to learn about the service and find out how to schedule an appointment.
Former USUAA President Stacey Lucason takes on a new role this year, student regent on the UA Board of Regents. "I want to make sure students at all campuses have the opportunity for representation, that there are fair elections across the state..."
Want to tap into your Seawolves spirit in an active, healthy way? Lace up your running shoes and join a Green and Gold crowd for the second-annual Spirit Run on Aug. 29!
Seawolf volleyball plans to keep things exciting in 2015. They completed a competitive tour of the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia and Italy, notching a 5-0 exhibition record against European teams and reporting from the road on their travels.
Civil engineering professor Tom Ravens got his coastal erosion expertise in the Gulf of Mexico. Now, Alaska and its melting permafrost have his attention. This image shows Golovin on Norton Sound after a 2011 storm. "The next 20 years will be wild," Ravens says.
August 18, 2015