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.
August 18, 2021
UAA students order from the UAA TextbookX website and items are shipped to the address you indicate when ordering. Since shipping to Alaska does take a bit longer, complete your ordering as soon as possible.
Student organizations want you to be a part of their community. They will be hosting opportunities both virtually and in-person so you can find a club or organization for you. These organizations are wonderful ways for you to get involved and connected to campus within your academic major, personal interests and socially.
Students, faculty and staff are invited to attend open forums with finalists for the Executive Director of Alaska Native Education & Outreach position at UAA.
Please join us in congratulating those faculty that have received promotion and/or tenure this last academic year. The Faculty Senate will host a digital promotion and tenure celebration on Wednesday, Aug. 18, 4:30–5 p.m.
UAA is not requiring you to be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless you are living on campus this fall. Even so, with 70% of adults in the United States now having at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot, we want to be sure you have information that may be helpful, in case you are currently not vaccinated.
August 17, 2021
Do you need a laptop? IT Services and the UAA/APU Consortium Library are working together to help you. Chromebooks and laptops are available for students to check out for both short-term and semester-long use.
This summer, Sean Parnell stepped into the role of UAA chancellor. He's looking forward to fall semester and working with faculty, staff, alumni and university leadership to forge a bright future for Anchorage and Southcentral’s hometown university and its students.
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm and Senator Lisa Murkowski visited UAA's Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program (ANSEP) to meet students and staff with UAA Chancellor Sean Parnell and Vice Provost for ANSEP Herb Schroeder.
The recent earthquake in Haiti and the upheaval in Afghanistan have caused upset for many who have lived, worked, volunteered and served in these areas. If you need personal support during this time, students can reach out to the UAA Student Health and Counseling Center or Dean of Students Office and employees can utilize one of the employee support counseling resources.
Are you self motivated, enjoy the outdoors, and need a schedule that works around your classes? Come join Parking Services!