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.
January 22, 2019
UAA Music cordially invites you to "An Evening of Mozart Opera," performing for one evening only, Friday, Feb. 1, at 7:30 p.m., in the UAA Recital Hall. Tickets are available at ArtsUAA.com or by calling 786-4849.
Among this week's events: Free, public lecture by human rights activist Derreck Kayongo on Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, at 7 p.m. in Lucy Cuddy Hall.
In 2017, the U.S. national debt surpassed $20 trillion. Now, it's up to millennials and future generations to work toward a solution for this growing problem. UAA’s Public Service Scholars are determined to start a public dialogue on how to tackle this national issue.
Join us Jan. 30, at 7:30 p.m. in the UAA Recital Hall for a toe-tapping, jazz-filled evening, featuring UAA faculty and students as well as local musicians.
Don't miss the Spring 2019 Student Involvement Fair, happening Wednesday, Jan. 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in UAA's Student Union, Upper Hallway. Come meet and connect with different student clubs and Greek organizations on UAA's campus!
January 21, 2019
Graham Dane's paintings are found on the way to somewhere else — they are never expected. View his latest exhibit at the ARC Gallery Jan. 22–March 7, 2019.
January 19, 2019
January 18, 2019
Employees: The priority processing submission deadline for UAA Student Payment Request Forms is Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, by 5 p.m. (But you can submit them earlier!)
January 17, 2019
Seawolves Speak Up is geared toward raising awareness and encouraging UAA students, faculty and staff to step in and speak up when they see something wrong.