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 24, 2026
UAA Community and Belonging invites students to celebrate Eid with the Muslim Student Association and the Multicultural Student Center! All are welcome!
UA's Arctic Leadership Initiative (ALI) builds on the University of Alaska's 100-year foundation of Arctic research, education, and leadership to empower future generations with the skills, network, and expertise needed to help Alaska be the driver of its future in a globalized Arctic Region.
The Anchorage ATHENA Society has announced its Class of 2026 inductees, which include UAA alumni Katherine Jernstrom, M.P.A. ’15; Michele Parkhurst, B.A. ’07; Dana Fabe, LL.D. ’10; and Dr. Anne Zink, D.H.L. ’22; and UAA staff member Gretchen Fauske.
The University of Alaska Anchorage seeks an innovative, student-centered leader to serve as Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (VCEMSA). As the university's chief enrollment and student affairs officer, the VCEMSA reports directly to the Chancellor and serves as a member of the Chancellor’s Executive Council.
UAA Facilities and Campus Services is seeking a Director of the Facilities Business Office to provide strategic leadership for financial, administrative, and operational support across campus facilities.
Anchorage (Feb. 23) – After 22 years at the helm and more than 375 victories, UAA men’s basketball coach Rusty Osborne announced Monday that he will retire from coaching at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season.
Multicultural Student Center invites students to Karaoke Night: Bard Edition on March 30.
UAA Community and Belonging invites students to attend the Latin Student Union/Multicultural Student Center 'Latin dance workshop' on March 19.
In this episode of Seawolf Voices, physical education alumnus and dog mushing instructor Robert Forto talks about why everyone should try dog mushing at least once, what training sled dogs can teach us about managing people and businesses, and shares his own aspirations for racing in the Iditarod.
February 23, 2026
What makes Montessori classrooms different? Why do children thrive in thoughtfully designed learning environments?