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 31, 2024
Alaska’s community of Certified Economic Development professionals grew from two to four last week! UAA BEI's Center for Economic Development staff members, Richelle Johnson and Ian Mills, recently passed their Certified Economic Developer exams.
August 30, 2024
This year, the Employee Experience (EE) Department is committed to boosting employee wellness through a variety of programs and special events.
Did you know that approximately 45% of our students at UAA are food insecure? One available resource for them is the Seawolf Food Pantry.
As part of the phased, enterprise-wide Security Awareness effort launched in 2023, UA HR Talent Acquisition & Development team is supporting UA Office of Information Technology's effort in reaching out to make all faculty and staff aware of the annual, mandatory requirement for Security Awareness Training.
Maybe you’re looking to create new friendships. Maybe you’re looking to deepen connections with colleagues. Maybe you’re looking for a mentor in someone you admire.
We all hold biases we aren’t aware of. Many of these biases are necessary to make quick decisions as we go about our day—which street to avoid when driving or walking, what to do when we see an animal on a hike, what financial institution to bank with.
We are in search of a program coordinator who cares about people, details and the impact their work has on Alaska's future.
The Bakery Cart will be open Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., starting Friday, Sept. 6. The bakery cart will close mid-October.
August 29, 2024
UAA's Community and Technical College announced its selection as one of 18 nationwide recipients this year to join the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative.
Discover Emmanuel Tobey’s incredible journey from Cameroon’s warmth to Alaska’s icy landscapes. Overcoming numerous challenges, Tobey transitioned from soccer to medicine after a severe injury. His dedication to serving others shines through his virology research and future aspirations with Mercy Ships and Alaskan villages.