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 30, 2023
Save the date for two upcoming trainings offered by ComPsych: Preventing Burnout on Nov. 17; and Acceptance of Others on Dec. 8. Trainings are free for all employees.
Enrollment Services is looking for people in the UAA community who want to help volunteer to recruit new students. Each event volunteered for earns you an exclusive piece of UAA Swag!
October 27, 2023
The Enrollment Services lobby and call center will be closed on Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 12-1 p.m. for an all-staff event. We will also be closed on Nov. 3 all day. Please reach out to the individual departments with any questions you may have during this time. Access to GSS will be available.
Your contribution to the UAA Faculty and Staff Association is needed for our advocacy efforts for the 2024 legislative session, the August primary and the November general election.
The Program Committee is seeking session proposals related to all aspects of archival/library practice, theory or research that is broadly related to the theme. Any and all ideas are welcome! We especially invite those in allied professions as well as graduate and undergraduate students to participate.
October 26, 2023
Come visit student-led healthy Halloween tables featuring a variety of activities including mocktails, brewing a witch's potion, sweet treat alternatives and much more!
Join the College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP) for our Cultural Perspectives (formerly DEI&B) Workshop Series. The series kickoff on Nov. 3, 2023, from 12 - 1:30 p.m., with “Disrupt Aging Classroom” presented by AARP.
Individual undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines at the University of Alaska are eligible and invited to apply for an award of $2,500 to support their research using the Alaska and Polar Regions Collections & Archives (APRCA) at the Elmer E. Rasmuson Library. One award is available annually.
October 25, 2023
We are nearing the end of the Fall 2023 semester. Help make sure your students are on track for degree completion by attending this Change of Major & Academic Petition Brown Bag session hosted by the Office of the Registrar.
Qualtrics is a powerful survey and data collection tool available to UAA employees. In this introductory session, participants will go through the basics of the Core XM platform including survey development, distributions and reports.