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 14, 2018
Join the First Year Student Advising & Success team at our open house Oct. 19, 2018. Come by, meet the new team of First Year Advisors and enjoy refreshments.
Join the UAA Planetarium at International Observe the Moon Night on Oct. 20, 2018 to enjoy free hands-on activities and experiments, free planetarium shows, and free telescope viewing of the moon and other night sky objects (weather permitting).
October 12, 2018
Hear from successful entrepreneurs (and UAA alumnae) as they share stories, advice, and perspective at a Women's Entrepreneurship Week panel discussion and celebration Oct. 16, 2018, 5:30 p.m. RH 110.
Students taking six or more credits on the UAA campus can get one free ticket to all UAA sporting events, plus up to two companion tickets for $5 each.
Michael Beckner, who began his new role as interim chief of police Sept. 29, has more than ten years experience as a detective with UPD.
A new NSF-funded research project will redesign the general introductory biology course for non-majors to increase student learning and engagement.
All UAA Campus Bookstore events are free and open to the public. Keep reading to learn what’s happening at the bookstore in the week ahead, Sept. 28–Oct. 5, 2018.
October 11, 2018