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 01, 2022
Are you interested in working with victims of domestic violence? We invite you to join the UAA Human Services, the Alaska YWCA, and the PennCollege Human Services Department to the Youth Summit.
May 31, 2022
This spring, students in Alex Slivka’s Student Managed Portfolio course were the first to have the opportunity to make recommendations for the new Seawolf Investment Fund, a $1 million gift made by UAA alumnus Gary Klopfer and his wife, Jane Cuddy Klopfer, in 2021.
Seventy-five writers of all levels gathered in Homer to learn from local writers and authors, as well as hear from Pulitzer Prize winning poet and conference keynote speaker, Jericho Brown. The 2022 conference marks the return to an in-person event and the first time it took place on the Kachemak Bay Campus.
The Department of Residence Life is seeking candidates who are personable and possess a passion for engaging with the public and for working with students to fill the newly created Recruitment and Special Projects Coordinator temporary position.
UAA Parking Services would like to remind our UAA community that Summer semester permit enforcement is in effect through July 29. If you had a semester Priority permit, please be sure to renew! If you had a semester permit from spring, please be sure to renew or purchase your new summer permit. If you purchased a 2021-2022 Annual permit, you’re covered!
Congratulations to the first group of graduates from the UAA Shared Equity Leadership (SEL) certificate program! Shared Equity Leadership is a model of equity promotion endorsed by the American Council of Education (ACE), and our accreditor, NWCCU.
May 27, 2022
Monday, May 30, we commemorate Memorial Day to honor the military service members who have served our nation and fallen in the line of duty. As we prepare for the long weekend, we remember and honor their ultimate sacrifice and thank their families and other loved ones who have so personally and directly borne their loss.
Join the UAA Grounds crew from 1-3 p.m. on Friday, May 27, to commemorate Alaska Arbor Day (traditionally celebrated on the third Monday in May) by planting a crabapple tree in the Quad!
May 25, 2022
Please take a moment to tell us about your experience with textbooks and course materials! Complete a brief survey (10-20 minutes) to be entered for a chance to win a $40 Tango gift card, good to hundreds of vendors of your choice.
Thinking about how to organize an online course? Looking for final project ideas? Join us this summer for several learning and support opportunities.