Alaska Pacific University is a small private liberal arts and sciences university providing personalized, hands-on instruction with Alaska as its primary classroom. Students are at the center of all we do here. Representing the aspirations and collective wisdom of our community, APU delivers an education that is collaborative, innovative, and transformational. Encouraging student development, supporting community engagement, and honoring Alaska’s Indigenous heritage, APU seeks to cultivate a unique and powerful educational experience. The university offers two-year, four-year, master's and doctorate level programs. Intentionally small class sizes underscore APU's commitment to student-centered, experiential learning that emphasizes rigorous academics.

Academic Programs

  • Business
  • Education
  • Environmental Public Health
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Health Science
  • Health Sciences
  • Liberal Arts
  • Nursing
  • Outdoor Studies
  • Research
  • Science
  • Social Science
  • Sustainability Studies
  • Tribal Governance

Student experience

  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Distance/online learning
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • Native Student Services
  • Night Class Offerings
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

Required admissions documents include official transcript(s): high school, GED and post-secondary (if applicable).  APU is test-blind and standardized tests are not required for admissions or financial aid. Fee waivers are available for students who qualify; please email admissions@alaskapacific.edu for more information. 

Transfer

Required admissions documents for transfer students include official post-secondary transcript(s): Students with fewer than 30 post-secondary credits will also need to request their official high school or GED transcript.  APU is test-blind and standardized tests are not required for admissions or financial aid. Fee waivers are available for students who qualify; please email admissions@alaskapacific.edu for more information. 

Additional Information

Student Financial Services (SFS), including Financial Aid and Student Accounts, will provide access and equal opportunity to services regardless of religion, creed, race, color, disability, national origin, or any other classification protected by law. We will endeavor to provide accurate, timely service while fostering an open, student-centered environment focused on ensuring that financial aid services are complementary to the mission and goals of the University. We will be responsive to the needs of the student, the University and the community.

Visit us

We look forward to sharing our beautiful campus with you! Our office hours are officially Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00 PM (AKST). Please bear in mind that depending on campus events, other requests and staff availability, certain times or dates may not be available. Upon submission your request will be reviewed. We will do our best to accommodate the preferences you list below. An admissions team member will reach out to you to confirm the final date and time of your visit. See https://www.alaskapacific.edu/visit/schedule-a-tour/ to set up a tour! 

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Admissions office

Visit us

Address

4101 University Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508, United States of America

Phone number

(907) 564-8248

Region

Alaska

Alaska