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.
May 23, 2024
After the conclusion of the Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, a new Distributed Copier Service (DCS) contract has been awarded to Kelley Create (formerly Kelley Connect), who also held the previous contract.
The UAA Psychological Services Center, located in SSB 255, is open Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. until Aug. 2 with a new cohort of graduate student-clinicians.
May 21, 2024
Starting May 27, Creekside Eatery, UAA's all-you-care-to-eat dining option, will be open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
May 17, 2024
Staff Appreciation Day is fast approaching on Friday, May 31 and we could really use your help! We will start the day off with a light breakfast, introduce our keynote speaker, Kikkan Randall, and then jump right into some fun breakout sessions. Join the team that brings it all together!
UAA's Staff Council is hosting a listening party for the upcoming Board of Regents Public Testimony on May 20. All students, staff and faculty are welcome!
Please note the UAA Mailroom Counter will have adjusted hours May 16—May 31, 2024.
Apply to be a Learning Assistant next semester. Help students with a class you've already taken, work closely with a professor and learn about the art and science of teaching (the basics!). You will have paid training, flexible hours and lots of fun in this role. Positions are available in writing, psychology, biology, chemistry, mathematics and more.
May 16, 2024
Dear Faculty and Staff, In response to your suggestions in the employee experience survey and in the spirit of UAA 2027’s aspiration pointing us to continuous improvement, I appointed the Shared Services Migration Committee (SSMC) in a charge memo dated March 28, 2024 .
May 15, 2024
Valdez, Alaska—Prince William Sound College (PWSC) is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $50,000. This grant will support the 2025 Valdez Theatre Conference (VTC).
May 14, 2024
As a records specialist, you will join a team of knowledgeable, caring and innovative professionals working primarily behind the scenes to improve the student, faculty and staff experience at UAA.