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 23, 2018
SHCC invites you to a session on increasing your understanding of anxiety symptoms and learn to build better skills to cope with anxiety.
When Alan Boraas moved to Alaska more than 40 years ago, he instantly fell in love with the state’s wild beauty. The longest serving professor at Kenai Peninsula College has spent his career sharing his love of learning and the 49th state with the next generation.
Transitioning into college can be stressful and overwhelming, but there’s a new team of professionals on campus to ensure new students have the tools and resources needed to make the most out of their college career at UAA.
October 22, 2018
Join USUAA at an open forum Oct. 29, at 2 p.m., in the SU Den, to give your input on proposed modifications for mandatory student fees for FY20.
A dead Beluga whale found near Deep Creek provided a learning lesson for students in the annual Kachemak Bay Campus Semester by the Bay program.
Join us Thursday, Oct. 25, 12:30–1:30 p.m. SU 103 for a lunchtime conversation regarding the sexualization of Halloween costumes.
Let's create a safer UAA together! Join us for a suicide prevention workshop on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, 1–2 p.m. in Sally Monserud Hall, Room 111. Free and open to all. No registration necessary—simply show up if you'd like to attend.
travelled so far from the past it became the future again? Join Iñupiaq rap artist Allison Akootchook Warden as she raps as AKU-MATU at a special Anchorage concert Friday, Nov. 16, at 8:30 p.m., in the UAA Fine Arts Building, Mainstage Theatre.