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.
October 22, 2018
A representative from International Studies Abroad (ISA), one of UAA's study abroad partners, will be visiting campus Nov. 6 and 7, 2018.
October 20, 2018
Are you interested in an exciting career in law enforcement, but don't know who to ask, where to start or what to do? Come to the Women in Law Enforcement Recruitment Fair on Oct. 24, 2018, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in UAA's Student Union.
October 19, 2018
Dr. Reid Brewer has been selected and approved to become the next Kenai Peninsula College Kachemak Bay Campus director, replacing longtime director, Carol Swartz. He will start June 3, 2019. An interim director will be named in the near future who will serve in that role Dec. 3, 2018-June 10, 2019.
Join us Oct. 24, 2018 for the the much anticipated UAA Clay Body Bowl Sale! These bowls are created by our very own UAA ceramics students and inventory is limited, so arrive early for the best selection.
Join UAA jazz faculty, students, alumni and other cool cats from the community as they jam out for your enjoyment Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, at 7:30 p.m. in the UAA Recital Hall.
Get your flu shot to stay healthy this winter! Flu shots will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis at walk-in clinic Oct. 3, 1–3 p.m. ULB104.
October 18, 2018
Attend the Alaska Veteran Business Forum, happening Nov. 8-9, 2018, to meet the agencies that make up your VetBiz community and discover how each of them can help your business.
October 17, 2018
Candidates for graduation can get their cap, gown, tassel, diploma frame, graduation announcement, graduation picture, class ring and more at the Grad Fair on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the UAA Bookstore.