A university with
salt water in it.
Study marine biology, education, outdoor leadership, maritime trades, and more — grounded in the Tongass and the Pacific, with pathways in Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, and online.
Alaska Unlocked: in-state tuition for every undergraduate, wherever you call home.
Find your path.
Over 40 degree paths designed for the landscape and economy of Southeast Alaska.
Marine Biology
Study a living Pacific laboratory of fjords, glaciers, and kelp forests with faculty who publish alongside NOAA and ADF&G.
Maritime Workforce Training
USCG-approved courses including AB, STCW, and licensing prep for Alaska's working waterfront.
Outdoor Studies
Wilderness leadership, expedition planning, and environmental interpretation in one of the largest temperate rainforests on earth.
Four ways to UAS.
Choose the campus that fits your goals — residential in Juneau, specialized in Ketchikan and Sitka, or flexible online.
Everything you need to know about joining UAS.
What are the main areas of study?
We focus heavily on Marine Biology, Outdoor Studies, Environmental Science, Education, Maritime Trades, and Alaska Native Arts & Languages.
Can I study completely online?
Yes — full bachelor's, associate, and graduate paths are delivered online, designed for working Alaskans and out-of-state learners.
Can out-of-state students get in-state tuition?
Starting Fall 2026, every undergraduate at UAS receives in-state tuition through Alaska Unlocked — regardless of residency.
Dispatches
UAS researchers map changing tidewater glaciers in Tracy Arm
A collaborative study documents rapid retreat of Sawyer Glacier and its impact on regional fisheries and tourism.
Alaska Native Arts Center announces winter masterclass series
Formline design, cedar weaving, and Lingít language sessions open in November on the Juneau campus.
New maritime workforce partnership expands training in Ketchikan
Industry co-funded pathways prepare students for licensed positions in Alaska's working waterfront.