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.
June 05, 2017
Shop for surplus electronics, furniture and more. Drop by the UAA Warehouse (4111 Ingra St.) anytime during the sale (Friday, June 9, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.) to browse the selection.
From June 12 to June 25, Alumni Drive will be closed between the Fine Arts Building and the Administration/Humanities Building. This closure is to accommodate repair work to campus storm drains. The Fine Arts Building and East Lot will be accessible from the north.
As a baby, Nicole listened to her step-grandmother speaking Spanish to relatives back home. Now, the UAA English-and-economics alumna is an adult whose passion for the language will soon bring her to Asturias, Spain, as a Fulbright English teaching assistant.
June 02, 2017
UAA students, staff and faculty can ride any People Mover or Valley Mover bus for free by swiping their active WOLFcard. Visit the U-Pass page for more information.
The College of Health is pleased to welcome Dr. David Moxley to UAA as the new director of the School of Social Work, effective Aug. 1, 2017. Dr. Moxley will be assuming this position following the June 30 retirement of longtime director, Dr. Elizabeth Sirles.
June 01, 2017
Monday, June 5 through Friday, June 9, the Seawolf Shuttle will operate on a slightly reduced schedule. Shuttle service will start at 8:45 a.m. at the Gorsuch Commons (half-hour later than usual) and will cease with a final drop-off at 4:15 p.m. at the Gorsuch Commons (half-hour earlier than usual).
May 31, 2017
Physics and math have fascinated Nathaniel Cox since his days at East High. Science and math led him to engineering and a research effort that the newly minted National Science Foundation fellow hopes will enhance the lives of people in areas affected by climate change.