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.
March 17, 2026
The 49th State Scholar's lecture, 'Why Aging Policy Needs Your Voice', will be held on March 20.
This month's Science on Tap lecture is titled 'The Lost Science of the World's Largest Octopus' and will be held on Thursday, March 26.
UAA Esports is hosting a live question-and-answer (Q&A) session with video game developers on March 24.
Anchorage (March 17) – The UAA gymnastics team has produced its second Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Freshman of the Week this season as Tessa Richardson earned the honor for March 9-15.
Alaska EPSCoR is now accepting applications for Interface of Change seed awards to fund research and student research projects.
Café Delgga is currently experiencing a facilities-related issue impacting water drainage. As a result, Delgga will be temporarily closed.
Degree-seeking Bachelor’s program students now have the chance to study abroad during the 2026–27 academic year through the exciting National Student Exchange program!
Commencement season is approaching and we need your help to celebrate our students' years of hard work and academic success!
UAA Faculty Success invites faculty members to the workshop "Improving Your Online Course", to be held on April 6 and April 8.
March 16, 2026
A UAA employee is subletting an apartment for the summer.