As a comprehensive, open access, public institution offering everything from short-term workforce credentials to graduate programs, UAA invites students to define their journey, create their community, and prepare to make an impact in Alaska and beyond. Striving to be a place where every person who wants an education can be successful, UAA transforms the lives of its students and communities, while honoring our locations on the ancestral lands of Alaska’s First Peoples.
The University of Alaska Anchorage transforms lives with over 150 academic certificate and degree programs, student-focused support services, and a dedicated and talented faculty.
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 courses, minors, certificates and degrees. Alaska Native student support programs provide centers for belonging across UAA.
August 25, 2021
Thank you to everyone who joined us virtually for Faculty and Staff Convocation last Friday morning. Please find a recording of the virtual event that you can watch at your convenience.
Mail routes have returned to daily (Monday-Friday) delivery to all departments, effective Aug. 2, 2021. We will no longer hold department mail for pick up. All mail will be delivered to departmental locations on normally scheduled routes. Staff working remotely will receive mail at their department mail locations.
The Center for Human Development at the University of Alaska Anchorage in the College of Health is recruiting a Training Coordinator. This position will provide coordination and facilitate non-academic training instruction for the professional/licensed behavioral health service provider workforce and support career development opportunities for direct service professionals serving people with disabilities and their families.
Looking for motivated individuals who love to spend the Alaska summer and fall outdoors. The Applied Environmental Research Center (AERC) is looking for individuals to participate in various field projects ranging from forestry work, invasive plant data collection and salmon fisheries studies on Joint Base Richardson-Elmendorf (JBER). Work will run through November (may change based on field season) at a rate of $1,900 per month (participant stipend).
Welcome to the fall semester, Seawolves! Take a look at our slideshow highlighting the return to campus life, from move-in weekend and Campus Kickoff to the first day of classes. Here’s to a great semester of learning, building community and having fun along the way.
Seawolf Dining is pleased to announce that Subway is opening Aug. 30. The store will be open Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on the lower level of the Student Union
The Center for Behavioral Health Research and Services (CBHRS) in the Institute of Social and Economic Research at the University of Alaska Anchorage is seeking applicants for a full-time Research Professional 2 (RP2), to work on grant-funded projects, primarily in the role of Project Manager. This is an Exempt Research Professional II position for the Center for Behavioral Health Research and Services (CBHRS). This position is full-time for work on a grant-funded project to evaluate the Anchorage School District’s Wellness Initiative.
August 24, 2021
I’m excited to welcome you to the fall 2021 semester. I hope you take a few moments to watch this video. Students, you are UAA’s top priority, and we are here to serve you and help you achieve success in your studies.
The UAA School of Education is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the dynamic faculty and staff as a Student Success Coordinator. This part-time position’s main focus is to support/build/nurture successful partnerships with school districts and agencies; advising and student support; and data management.
The Alaska Small Business Development Center is hiring a Training Program Manager to lead the Alaska SBDC training program. In a normal year, the Alaska SBDC provides workshop services and training to over 1,200 Alaskans statewide annually across eight service centers as well as online.