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.
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 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.
September 26, 2017
Applications are now available to submit to serve as the Student Commencement Speaker or the Graduate Degree Hooding Ceremony Speaker. Applications due by Oct. 13, 2017.
The University of Alaska Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2018 Edith R. Bullock Prize for Excellence. The award of $15,000 is presented to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in support of the University of Alaska. Any UA student, faculty, staff or volunteer who has made a significant contribution to the university’s mission is eligible to be nominated for the prize. Nominations are due Dec. 1, 2017.
Applications are currently available for the Seawolf Student Leader Award, Seawolf Community Service Award and UAA Leadership Honors. Apply by Oct. 13, 2017.
September 25, 2017
As Alaska’s largest planetarium, the UAA Planetarium & Visualization Theater is an immersive place to explore the world around us. See what’s playing at the UAA full-dome Friday, Oct. 13.
After ANSEP internships through UAF, a math degree from UAA, and an education master's from UAS, Jessica Hunt is right back where she started in Emmonak, Alaska, teaching every level of high school math in her home community on the Yukon River.
Season tickets for all 2017-18 University of Alaska Anchorage sports are on sale now! New ticket purchases are available at AlaskaAirlinesCenter.com. UAA employees can take advantage of the SeaPups season pass (youth ages 3-18) for $50 and the Family Pack Pass for $200 ($300 for general public).
September 22, 2017