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.
July 09, 2026
Anchorage, Alaska – University of Alaska Anchorage skiers Corbin Carpenter, Erling Bjornstad and Ella Bromee each earned CSC Academic All-American honors.
The Alaska INBRE URA Scholar application for fall 2026 or fall 2026-and-spring 2027 is now open.
Join us for a presentation and discussion with James Evans, B.A. ’16, UAA chief of photography and videography. Evans has a background in the U.S. Navy and a down-to-earth approach to telling stories through photography.
July 07, 2026
Campus Kickoff is one of UAA's largest traditions that allows students to come to the center of campus and interact with a wide variety of what UAA has to offer.
Prince William Sound College (PWSC) welcomes Dr. Dale Jones as PWSC's new interim college director.
July 06, 2026
In recognition of World Listening Day on July 18, UA HR composed a development spotlight that explores how intentional listening builds trust, strengthens relationships and creates a more collaborative workplace.
July 01, 2026
The family and friends of longtime UAA history professor Steve Haycox invite the university community to attend a memorial and celebration of his life on Sunday, July 19.
Anchorage, Alaska — The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) announced the appointment of Eric Melch as director of Development, effective July 12, 2026.
June 30, 2026
UAA Community and Belonging invites students and employees to join them on July 14 for UAA's watch party of "A Conversation with Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson," which will happen in-person at UAF.
The Care Team case manager is a key member of the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) Dean of Students Office.