New Student Checklist

Welcome to UAA!

Starting a new semester is exciting, and we’re so glad you’re here. Whether this is your first time on campus or you’re returning for another year, this checklist will help you get settled and ready for success!

Parking Permits

  • Obtain Your Permit: Visit the campus parking office or website to apply for your parking permit.
  • Learn the Rules: Familiarize yourself with parking rules and regulations.

Passport Parking App

  • Download the App: Install the Passport Parking app on your smartphone, available on iOS or Android.
  • Set Up Account: Create an account and link it to your payment method for easy parking payments in case you haven’t gotten your permit yet.

Online Bookstore

  • Access the Bookstore: Visit the UAA Online Bookstore. Just log in on the left side to see what materials you need for class.

Course Reserves

  • Check Availability: Visit the Consortium Library Course Reserve guide to see if any materials are being reserved for your class to use for a limited time.

Wolfcard

  • Get Your Wolfcard: Visit Eugene Hall during the week to obtain your Wolfcard, or you can visit the Consortium Library as well.

UA Online

  • Access UA Online: Log in to the UA Online portal using your student credentials.
  • Add/Drop Courses: Make changes to your course schedule as needed within the registration period.
  • Withdraw from Courses: Follow the process for withdrawing from courses if necessary.

Finding Classes

  • Get to Your In-Person Classes: Your schedule should have information about where your classes are located. If your schedule doesn’t have a location listed, you can contact the Registrar’s Office in person at the ESC (8:30–5), by email at uaa.registration@alaska.edu, or by phone at 907-786-1480 option 5.

Study Rooms

  • Locate Rooms: Find study rooms throughout the Consortium Library.
  • First-Come, First-Serve: Be aware that study rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Learning Commons

After checking out all of this, you’ll be ready to start the semester strong!