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 30, 2018
Note: UAA will not conduct classes on Friday, July 6, but all administrative and support offices will be open and campuses operational that day.
June 29, 2018
The UAA IT Call Center will be open reduced hours, from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. on Friday, July 6, and will re-open for normal weekend hours on Saturday and Sunday.
Dear UA Colleagues: Just as the Declaration of Independence, signed 242 years ago, set forth confidence in a new nation, I want to celebrate this Fourth of July holiday by expressing confidence in the direction and the future of our university.
June 28, 2018
UAA postdoctoral researcher Dr. Katharine Kelsey spent three summers in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta studying the phenological mismatch between local vegetation and migratory geese caused by climate change and how that affects greenhouse gas emissions going forward.
Recycle your household electronics at UAA's E-Recycling event June 30, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in the West Parking Lot. Free recycling for most items; small fee for TVs and monitors.
June 27, 2018