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.
November 07, 2017
Join poet Amal Kassir for an evening of spoken word performances Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. in the UAA Student Union. Free and open to all.
November 06, 2017
Bear Tooth Theatrepub is the city's living room, providing a valuable community space for Anchorage entertainment and events. This month, three UAA programs bring their academics off campus, for a screening and Q&A on Nov. 8 and a public debate Nov. 13.
Why is the Dall sheep population dwindling in the Chugach Mountains? Biology student Luke Metherell spent his summer in the mountains to find out.
Celebrate the unveiling of UAA’s newest public artwork, Lucerna by Osman Akan, Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Alaska Airlines Center lobby.
Bronwyn Jones and Annalisa Heppner will each defend their Anthropology M.A. thesis this week, Nov. 6-10, 2017. Free and open to the public.
November 05, 2017
UAA Career Exploration & Services is offering various career-related events to UAA students and alumni to celebrate 2017 National Career Development Month.
November 04, 2017
It has come to the attention of university leadership that flyers with the statement "it's okay to be white" were posted in various places on the UAA campus. Further investigation revealed this is part of a movement occurring at high schools and universities nationwide designed to create racial tension and division with the express goal of eliciting media coverage. At UAA, we refuse to be divided.
November 03, 2017
Attend an open forum with Dr. Sumeet Jhamb, finalist for a faculty position with the UAA College of Business and Public Policy, on Nov. 8, 2017 in UAA's Rasmuson Hall.