Welcome to Alaska Pacific University, an amazing place to be, belong, and become! At APU, our classrooms are not always bounded by four walls. On a boat, in the desert, on a glacier, above the rain forest canopy, working with a local business, student teaching in an elementary school or, yes, even in a classroom on campus, your education will be personalized, experiential and hands on.
APU provides a world-class, hands-on, culturally responsive educational experience in collaboration with our students, communities, and Tribal partners.APU’s majors are organized through Institutes, to purposefully and meaningfully advance APU’s vision, mission, and values. The framework of learning at APU is built on five competencies interwoven through all academic degree programs. These essential competencies result in the attainment of critical skills and wide-ranging knowledge useful across a multitude of professions and industries.
PU’s undergraduate programs include Alaska Native Governance (BA), Business Administration & Management (BA), Counseling Psychology (BA), Creative & Professional Writing (BA), Liberal Studies (BA), Marine & Environmental Sciences (BS), Outdoor Studies (BA), and Sustainability Studies (BA). From field courses to campus-based classes, students find themselves in a variety of settings intentionally designed to enhance their educational experience in a way that is uniquely APU.
APU’s graduate degree offerings include Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Executive MBAs with focuses in Communication Technology and Strategic Leadership, Counseling Psychology (MS), Environmental Science (MS), and Outdoor and Environmental Education (MS). Graduate certificates are also available in Entrepreneurship and Investments.
The framework of learning at APU is built on five competencies interwoven through all academic degree programs. These essential competencies result in the attainment of critical skills and wide-ranging knowledge useful across a multitude of professions and industries. These programs areas: Alaska Native Governance, Alaska Rural Management, Business Administration and Management, Community Health, and Nursing. Professional Studies courses may be offered evenings, weekends, or online.
The Early Honors Program (EHP) at APU is a full-time, dual-credit program for high school seniors seeking to get a head start on college. EHP students engage in actual college-level coursework, have the option to live on campus, and if successful, will graduate high school as college sophomores. Applicants admitted to the EHP may also be granted automatic full admission to the undergraduate program of their choice* upon the successful completion of the EHP.
The PEOPLE, PLACES and STORIESof Alaska are foundations of your sequenced curriculum. Expect to be challenged academically as you develop in-demand skills including project management, collaborative teamwork in the sciences and liberal arts, and effective communication in a variety of media.
The 175 acre Alaska Pacific University is tucked into the forest, among Anchorage’s trail system. It’s on the perimeter of an intellectually vibrant section of town, in a state ripe with cultural and geographic diversity. With a remote educational center on a 900-acre private farm, APU is the landing pad for a rigorous, educational adventure.Honoring Alaska’s Indigenous heritage, exemplifying excellence, and preparing paths.
In addition to merit-based aid, APU proudly offers students the ability to apply for hundreds of donor-funded scholarships with one simple, online application.Your home away from home.The Campus Life Office oversees the Housing and Residence Life operations at APU. We strive to make your on-campus living experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. We are dedicated to the social and mental well-being of our residents, as well as their physical comfort while living on campus.
The APU dining hall and the McMillen Student Center are constantly changing to accommodate the interests of our community.Dining Services incorporates sustainable local foods with organic products to offer a variety of healthy and home-cooked options. APU Dining is pleased to offer a weekly ‘Farmer’s Market’ and Ground Theory Café coffee shop.Whether you are in the residence halls or just needing a cup of espresso between classes, the APU Dining staff will be available to help seven days a week.
In every part of campus life, our students take an active role in leading and developing unique programs and opportunities for their peers. We believe that every student has leadership potential and we are dedicated to helping students develop leadership skills through a wide variety of activities.
APU’s Outdoor Programs has what you’re looking for to get outside. Whether you simply want to try something new or an experienced adventurer looking to teach or lead a clinic, we have something for every skill level. Living in Alaska gives you access to some of the best wilderness areas in the world, and we want to help you explore it.
MBA certificate program is designed for students who wish to enhance their skills and knowledge of entrepreneurship but do not wish to take all of the courses in business administration that are required for the Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree. The certificate is awarded to those students who complete the requirements in recognition that they have attained an advanced level of competency in the field of entrepreneurship. Requirements for admission to the Certificate program are the same as those for the degree program.
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APU/AMU is center of academic excellence. If you play your cards right and exercise physically, mentally, and in spirit - the rewards yield value. Make the connections and understand the people who offer their time, technical skills, and expertise on both international and domestic affairs. APU has a one of a kind Outdoor Studies program, its Business programs (undergraduate and graduate) place special emphasis on entrepreneurial leadership and keeps Alaska Native (ANCSA) corporations in the spotlight. APU has courses in Alaska Native Governance as well - ranging from Creative Writing to Counseling Psychology (PHD levels). I would like to see more Alaska Native / American Indian students in the next 15-20 years as our staff / faculty strives towards transforming our facility into a Tribal College. Diversity. If you are looking for a true Alaskan experience, study here! Thank you! (and our Nordic ski team is the best in the country...) Great place to learn multiple instruments as well.
By Aaron Tooyak (Feb, 2018) |
Nice lil local university. Took the fam for the frisbee golf course. Pretty basic an close together but also not crowded with peeps.
By Sean Ryan (Sep, 2017) |
Fantastically small class sizes, intimate professor-student relationships, hands-on active learning, and the most beautiful landscapes for a classroom.
By William Day (Apr, 2017) |
Tremendous experience! Excellent environment for focused study with available, professional, and skilled instructors.
By Frank. (Oct, 2013) |
After spending 4 years at University of Alaska in various campuses, I am in love with Alaska Pacific's teaching style. UAA was frustrating because I felt like I was just cramming junk into my head to pass, which I did and stayed on dean's list while raising a family and working. APU teaches me not how to pass a test, but how to apply what I have learned to real world experiences that will help me in my career. The teachers double as mentors and WANT you to come to them.
I give it 4 stars just because while enrollment was initially fast, it gave way to confusion because it went through too fast. Required items on my end were not met and they waived them to get me into the semester. This was not adequately communicated to me and set me back the next semester in that the items needed to be met or I could not continue. Unfortunately by the time I knew what was going on fully, it was too late for me to enroll in classes for that semester.
APU, like the children's-book train engine, is the little university that could... Working together, we have proven ourselves capable of astonishing things!
By Mei Mei Evans (Oct, 2011) |
APU is a very chill campus. All the people are extremely friendly and the teachers and administration are always easily accesible and helpful. I love the campus, its very small, but open, which makes it peaceful and very natural. The buildings look old, but inside, they're nice. Plus, who goes to a college based on the look of the buildings, really? All the events and students are friendly and fun. The classes are small which is great for a better learning process. The teachers always take the time to get to know the students. I love APU
By Rhea (Dec, 2009) |
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Alaska Pacific University has been a transformative experience for my son, as the dedicated faculty and engaging curriculum have sparked his enthusiasm for learning and remarkable growth.
By A.V. (Oct, 2024) |