UAA is the premier university in the heart of Alaska's largest city with campuses throughout Southcentral Alaska. Where culture, innovation and adventure converge, the unique locations provide unparalleled access to industry connections, Arctic research, outdoor recreation and more, facilitating once-in-a-lifetime experiences, groundbreaking education and impactful careers.
UAA offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs that consistently prepare students for success after graduation. State-of-the-art classroom instruction and hands-on learning collide in UAA's innovative academic programs, which feature unique courses that train students to lead Alaska into the future.
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.
Located in the ancestral homelands of the Dena'ina, Ahtna Dene, Alutiiq/Sugpiak, Chugachmiut and Eyak peoples, Alaska Native curriculum at UAA provides an in-depth perspective on contemporary Alaska Native societies, languages, cultures, history, politics, art, governments and corporations.
April 09, 2024
Register now for the May 9 Annual Assessment Retreat - 'Heading into our year of Mission Fulfillment Self-Evaluation'. All faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend!
April 08, 2024
UAA is a campus affiliate of the National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI), an international leadership organization that works with colleges, universities and government agencies to create communities of belonging, increase cultural competence and eliminate racism and other forms of oppression.
In the 2023 UA Employee Feedback Survey, employees called attention to the need for more professional development opportunities. UA HR’s Talent Acquisition and Development team is highlighting training collections monthly, and specific to the employee feedback received.
After a national search with several qualified applicants, Jonathon Sanders, Ph.D. will be UAA's next director of Military and Veteran Student Services (MVSS).
Comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias will be performing at The Alaska Airlines Center in Anchorage, AK on Sep. 19, 2024. This is part of his Gabriel Iglesias: Don’t Worry Be Fluffy Tour.
As we continue to improve our video tools at UAA, we will be updating Kaltura’s previous Blackboard integration tool from May 9 - 12, 2024.
Did you know there is an internal UA Careers site available only to current UA employees? Our employees now have an opportunity to apply for jobs before they are visible to external candidates.
April 07, 2024
The motor in the gate that separates the Library from the Social Sciences Building (SSB) is no longer operational and will remain locked down for at least the next week and until further notice. We are very sorry about this inconvenience. The gate will be manually opened on Tuesday, April 9 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. for the ADAC-Arctic Center of Excellence (COE) ribbon cutting ceremony.
April 05, 2024
UAA Department of Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts candidates will be presenting their BFA thesis exhibitions.
Dear Colleagues, Your contribution to the UAA Faculty and Staff Association is needed for our advocacy efforts for the 2024 legislative session, the August primary and the November general election.