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.
August 30, 2022
John Sharify, UAA’s 2022-23 Atwood Chair of Journalism discusses his plans to teach UAA Department of Journalism and Public Communications.
August 29, 2022
Join us Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 4:30 p.m. for a FREE picnic with your 2022-23 Seawolf Hockey Team!
August 28, 2022
THIS WEEK IN ALASKA ANCHORAGE VOLLEYBALL...
Senior Eve Stephens had 12 kills and combined for the match-point block Saturday to help the Alaska Anchorage volleyball team to a perfect Hawaii trip with a 25-15, 25-20, 25-22 sweep of 25th-ranked Chaminade on Saturday night at McCabe Gymnasium.
Senior Eve Stephens blasted 14 kills and sophomore Nicole Blue delivered a career-best hitting performance Friday to power Alaska Anchorage to a 25-18, 25-14, 25-12 volleyball sweep of Hawaii Pacific in its season opener at The Shark Tank.
August 26, 2022
Working on campus as a student employee is an excellent way to gain career experience while making new friends, learning more about campus and maintaining a flexible schedule. Attend this in-person fair to discover job opportunities from program assistant to editor of The Northern Light.
UAA is a proud partner of this annual Alaska event and will be joined by aspiring ninjas of all ages throughout the weekend with American Ninja Warrior Nick 'Iligutchiak' Hanson at his Ninja Warrior camp!
Join us at Campus Kickoff on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 1-4 p.m. in the Cuddy Quad to reconnect with friends and colleagues, and peruse the more than 100 booths of campus organizations, student clubs and UAA community partners.
August 24, 2022
The Student Union will be open from 8:00 am - 6:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and from 8:00 am - 11:00 pm on Thursday and Friday.
Meet, mingle and learn more about Multicultural Student Services at UAA.