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 20, 2025
Enjoy free coffee, cocoa and Krispy Kreme donuts from the Chancellor's Holiday Cafe on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Tables will open at 8:30 a.m. while supplies last in the following locations:
In collaboration with UA and university leadership, Human Resources is releasing the 'University Hiring Practices – In-State Priority Guidance'.
Providence, Rhode Island – Tye Spencer and Dylan Contreras each scored for UAA in a 5-2 loss at Brown Wednesday.
UAA Esports invites all students and employees to attend a series of watch parties from Dec. 1-4.
The Office of the Bursar will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 26.
November 19, 2025
Recently UPD has received multiple reports of gas siphoning from vehicles on the Anchorage campus and Aviation Complex.
The Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence (CAFE) will offer a Information Literacy Community of Practice on Nov. 21.
IGNITE: Individual Growth & New Ideas Through EPSCoR/INBRE is an annual professional development workshop organized by Alaska EPSCoR in partnership with Alaska INBRE. The workshop brings together university researchers, faculty, staff, and students for inspiring and instructive presentations, keynote speakers, and discussion sessions.
Facilities & Campus Services will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 26, starting at 11 a.m., to allow their staff to attend a departmental event.
Indianapolis (Nov. 19) – With two matches remaining in the regular season, the UAA volleyball team has improved its playoff standing in the NCAA Div. II West Regional rankings, rising to No. 2 after a pair of road victories last week.