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.
August 28, 2026
On Aug. 4, Alaska Sea Grant announced its 2026 State Fellows, which include biological sciences alumni Izabella “Bella” Block and Kyle Kolda, and students Elizabeth “Lizi” Byrd and Madison Haumschild.
August 27, 2026
The UAA Reading Circle will discuss "Klara and the Sun" on Sept. 9.
Seawolf Dining Employee Meal Plans are now available!
Heather Marron, B.B.A. Management and Marketing ‘09, manages communications at Alaska Communications and serves as the president of the Public Relations Society of America, Alaska Chapter.
On Aug. 25, the Alaska Humanities Forum announced its Leadership Anchorage Cohort 30, which includes natural sciences alumna Lisette Dalere, psychology alumna Victoria Hillwig and justice alumnus Anthony Picasso.
August 26, 2026
An internship opportunity is available for students majoring in public health, dietetics/nutrition or pre-health.
If you missed the Harlem Globetrotters discount at Campus Kickoff, you can still save! Get 20% off tickets to the Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour at the Alaska Airlines Center on Oct. 16 and 17.
The Office of Admissions is seeking volunteers for the 2026 UAA Academic Preview Day.
UAA Community and Belonging’s Multicultural Student Center will host BIPOC Connect on Aug. 31.
Welcome back, Seawolves! As we begin the new academic year, the University of Alaska Anchorage Police Department (UPD) is sharing the following safety reminders to ensure students, faculty and staff have a safe and great experience this year.