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 23, 2023
This job is hired through a labor pool from which the College of Health draws when graduate research assistants are needed to work on sponsored projects. The position may be part or full time.
October 20, 2023
Learn how you can save the life of someone in distress from a heroin or opioid overdose. Drop by to complete the quick training and receive a life saving overdose rescue kit. This event is open to students and staff.
The first men's basketball game of the season is Saturday Oct. 28, and the Seawolf Basketball team is playing the Seawolf alumni! We would love to see you all there coming and supporting another great season of Seawolf basketball!
Just yesterday, you were cradling your sweet baby, and today, here you are with an eleventh-grader quickly approaching college entry. Cue your best Edvard Munch’s ‘The Scream’ impersonation as you grapple with the idea of financing your little one’s educational pursuits.
October 19, 2023
UAA Fine Arts Arc Gallery is hosting a Closing Reception for Garry Mealor's exhibition, "Big Old Watercolors" on Friday, Oct. 27 from 5-7 p.m. The reception is open to the public. Arc Gallery is located in the UAA Consortium Library.
On Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023 subject matter experts will gather in a panel on the theme "Public Education funding in Alaska: What we know, what we don't know, and how others do it".
October 18, 2023
The UAA Office of Student Success was recently awarded a $2.2 million Title III Grant, called Student Academic Growth, Engagement and Success (SAGE Success), from the U.S. Department of Education.
In this episode of Seawolf Voices, journalism and public communications alumni Shayne Nuesca and Pearl-Grace Pantaleone talk about the Mana Filipino elder archive project, the surprising benefits of talking to strangers, and the importance of preserving our histories.
On Oct. 13, more than 300 graduates and partners packed the Alaska Airlines Center to reconnect with their Hometown U while raising donations to benefit UAA programs and scholarships. In collaboration with the Anchorage School District, this year’s theme was partners in education.
October 17, 2023
UAA students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in an NCBI Social Inclusion and Equity half-day virtual workshop, Friday, Oct. 20, 7:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. Registration for this workshop is required by Thursday, Oct. 19 and is limited to 20 participants.