UAA is the premier university in the heart of ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ's largest city with campuses throughout Southcentral ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ. 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.
The ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ 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 ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ 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. ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ Native academic programs at UAA provide an in-depth perspective on contemporary languages, cultures, history, politics, art, governments and corporations. ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ Native student support programs provide centers for belonging across UAA.
August 19, 2024
Angelia Trujillo, Professor of Nursing at UAA, discusses the ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ Comprehensive Forensic Training Academy (ACFTA) in Bethel, ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ, which focuses on empowering healthcare professionals to deliver trauma-informed, evidence-driven care.
August 09, 2024
The Associate Dean in the College of Health has been selected by the World Health Organization to serve as an expert on its Technical Advisory Group on Violence against Women Prevalence Estimation and Data.
August 01, 2024
The ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ Victimization Survey, conducted by the UAA’s Justice Center, shows a rise in domestic violence and sexual assault rates, leading advocates to argue that, despite ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ allocating millions of dollars to combat these issues, the funding is still not enough to meet demand or address the root causes.
July 23, 2024
Angela Trujillo, Professor of Nursing and ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ Comprehensive Forensic Training Academy (ACFTA) from the UAA, visits Southeast ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ communities to train medical workers and first responders on how to document and report abuse effectively, emphasizing trauma-informed care.
July 22, 2024
Angela Trujillo, Professor of Nursing and ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ Comprehensive Training Academy (ACTFA) from UAA, visits Cordova to train health care professionals on how to document and report abuse effectively.
June 26, 2024
The ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ Comprehensive Forensic Training Academy, founded by UAA School of Nursing professor Angelia Trujillo, provides free training to nurses and health care providers.
June 17, 2024
UAA School of Nursing professor Angelia Trujillo speaks to communities across the state about the importance of forensic training.
November 30, 2023
UAA alumna and associate professor Holly Martinson hopes the new Biomed U-RISE program "lights a fire" in ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ's research community by empowering undergraduate students with lab experience, mentorship and financial assistance. Martinson and co-PI, Professor Tracey Burke, welcomed the first cohort this academic year and will soon open applications for cohort two.
November 07, 2023
Dietetics and Nutrition graduate selected to share research project results at the National Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics conference.
October 09, 2023
ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ is prepared to handle harsh winter weather, but climate change has triggered a new threat – heat. Micah Hahn with the Institute for Circumpolar Health Studies (ICHS) is teaming with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓƵ branch to develop the state’s first hot weather warning system based on the local temperature threshold.