The University of Alaska Anchorage is an open-access public university that serves its communities through a broad range of educational opportunities. Whether taking courses to earn a certificate or degree or for personal enrichment, a student must apply as degree seeking or as non-degree seeking in order to register for courses. There are different requirements and therefore different application forms for each.
- Degree-seeking: For students planning to complete a certificate or degree program. Degree-seeking students are eligible for services like priority registration, academic advising, financial aid, etc.
- Non-degree-seeking/Guest: For personal enrichment and for secondary students wishing to take courses at UAA. Submission of transcripts is not required.
This section of the UAA Catalog includes policies regarding admission requirements, and student rights and responsibilities in the admission process that apply to all applicants. Individual certificate and degree programs may have additional requirements, selective admission criteria or limited space. See Undergraduate Programs for specific undergraduate and post-baccalaureate program requirements. See Graduate Programs for requirements that apply to graduate programs and students. Questions about admission to UAA should be directed to Enrollment Services at (907) 786-1480 or to the student services office at your community campus.
How to Apply
Most applicants will apply using the online application accessible through the Admissions website. The application is free for associate, bachelors, certificates, and post-baccalaureate applications. Graduate and doctoral applications are $75. The online application requires payment of any applicable application fee by credit card.
Application Deadlines
Undergraduate application deadlines are as follows:
- Fall Semester - July 15
- Spring Semester - November 15
- Summer Semester - May 1
Graduate programs have varying application deadlines and applicants should carefully review the program’s website. International applicants for undergraduate and graduate programs have different application deadlines that are listed on the International Student Services website.
Application for Admission After the Deadline
Applications after the deadline will be accepted with an additional $25 application fee where applicable. Deadlines for late applications are:
- Fall Semester - August 15
- Spring Semester - December 15
- Summer Semester - June 15