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.
November 25, 2024
The front desk of Parking Services will be closing early at 3 p.m. on Nov. 27, 2024. Questions may be directed to Parking Services at (907)786-1119.
Seawolf Athletics is hiring an assistant athletic trainer.
The rate for IT Field Services has been approved for FY25.
Students and employees are invited to the UAA Clay Body Club's Winter Pottery Sale!
This August, Raymond Anthony, Ph.D., professor of philosophy, was awarded an Inter-Disciplinary Engagement in Animal Systems (IDEAS) program grant through the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA).
The UAA/APU Consortium Library will be closing at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27 and re-opening at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 30. There will be no after hours study on Wednesday.
November 22, 2024
In today’s work world, employees often need to work in groups of people who have many differences, and yet are supposed to seamlessly form an effective team.
UAA employees are invited to join us in the Spring 2025 Accreditation Open Forums to continue the conversations from the September 13 Accreditation Kick Off.
Coming off of a triumphant rematch against Western Colorado University's Crimson Rocket League team on Nov. 21, UAA will advance to the Championship match against University of Montana's Griz Tan team.
Anchorage (Nov. 21) – Junior outside hitter Tia Allen delivered 11 kills and 13 digs Thursday to help the Alaska Anchorage volleyball team clinch a winning season with a 25-22, 25-17, 25-17 sweep of Western Washington at the Alaska Airlines Center.