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.
February 11, 2025
The American Society for Circumpolar Health (ASCH) annual meeting will be held on March 21.
Undergraduate students interested in pursuing a career in academia are invited to attend Pathways to the Professoriate, a dynamic panel discussion featuring professors from various disciplines.
The First-Year Experience team is seeking student to hire as orientation leaders (OLs) for summer 2025.
February 10, 2025
PWSC graduate Sean Mueller recently returned to Alaska to present his research on kelp farming at the Alaska Marine Sciences Symposium. Mueller believes kelp farming may help with environmental restoration and economic opportunities in Valdez and other coastal communities.
Park City, Utah – Ella Bromee led the University of Alaska Anchorage with a third-place finish in the slalom at the Utah Invite Monday.
Whether he’s responding to calls or going on patrol, justice alumnus, former Seawolf track star and University Police Department Officer Collin Hurd wants students to know that he’s around, he understands them, and most importantly, they’re safe.
February 06, 2025
The UA Foundation’s Fund & Gift Services Team wants to remind employees of the services and resources available through the UA Foundation.
The Selkregg Community Engagement & Service Learning Award of $5,000 supports faculty to develop community-based research, creative activity and course-based service-learning projects.
Education Abroad is an opportunity for UAA students to study abroad or participate in an internship or service learning experience in another country while still receiving academic credit towards their UAA degree.
The Seawolf basketball teams will play a doubleheader during the College of Health (COH) Night presented by Premera.