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 14, 2026
Portland, Oregon (Aug. 14) – UAA women’s basketball head coach Matt Thune will lead a group of Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) all-stars on a trip to Portugal next spring for the league’s inaugural Eurobasket tour.
The Alaska Airlines Center (AAC) is recruiting temporary custodial staff!
The UAA Department of Athletics is seeking qualified candidates for the position of marketing event assistant.
August 12, 2026
Dear UAA Community, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Hirt, Ph.D., as the director of Kodiak College, effective Jan. 4, 2027.
Dear UAA Community, Last week, the Board of Regents approved changes to the University of Alaska tuition structure.
August 11, 2026
Registration is now open for UAA Spirit Run: Run Against Hunger on Sept. 25.
Applications for fall 2026 Community Engaged Student Assistants (CESAs) are now open!
Fall, annual, and priority parking permits are on sale starting July 28.
August 09, 2026
Want to receive $500 for enrolling in a course this fall?
UAA Residence Life is seeking volunteers to assist with fall move-in.