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.
December 22, 2025
UA HR will present the webinar 'Psychological Pressures Of Middle Management' on Feb. 12.
The UAA Graduate School will hold the spring semester graduate student orientation on Jan. 8.
Honolulu (Dec. 20) – Senior guard Elaina Mack led a second-half comeback attempt with 21 points, but it wasn’t enough for the UAA women’s basketball team in a 65-59 loss to No. 23 Ferris State in the Hoops In Hawaii Classic at the Shark Tank on Saturday night.
December 19, 2025
Honolulu (Dec. 18) – Sophomore forward Mahaila Harrison scored a career-high 31 points and grabbed 10 rebounds Thursday to help power the UAA women’s basketball team to a 76-55 victory over Colorado Mines in the Hoops In Hawaii Classic at the Shark Tank.
UA HR will present 'Self-Care Tips for Managers' on March 12.
December 18, 2025
A one-credit food science elective with Chef Lukas Doherty will be available in the spring 2026 semester.
UAA Esports will host open tryouts, Jan. 19-23.
UAA General Support Services (Mailroom, Copy & Print Center, Surplus, Recycling, Property) will be closed for the winter break starting Dec. 24. GSS will reopen on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.
Alaska made history in 2025. The Alaska State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program and the Alaska SSBCI Tribal Consortium delivered record results, earning national recognition for their impact and reach.
The IT Technical Support Center (TSC) will have updated hours during winter break.