The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is now accepting international students through Shorelight! Established in 1917, UAF is a public university with a long-standing history of academic excellence, offering amazing opportunities for field research across the state. Today, more than 8,500 students from around the world head to UAF to pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees in biological sciences, engineering, mathematics, interdisciplinary studies, and oceanography, among many other specializations.
Why Choose the University of Alaska Fairbanks?
Study climate change alongside leading climate scientists — If you are an undergraduate student passionate about climate advocacy and making a meaningful impact on global communities, consider the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Climate Scholars Program: Work with top climate science experts conducting cutting-edge climate research in the Arctic, and receive travel and research grants and scholarships up to $50,000.
Build high-demand engineering skills at the College of Engineering and Mines — Engineers will find superb training, skill development, and peer collaboration at the university’s College of Engineering and Mines, including passion-focused student clubs. The UAF Computer Science Robotics Club are Master Robotics national champions.
Study at a top-ranked business and data security institute — Students interested in business and data security will find the University of Alaska Fairbanks sets a great foundation for future careers. Since 2005, UAF students (on average) have scored better than 91% of those taking the Educational Testing Service’s business field exam.
Accolades for the University of Alaska Fairbanks
U.S. News & World Report, 2024
#389 in National Universities (tie)
#209 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#167 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
#430 in Top Performers on Social Mobility
Ranked among the Best Graduate Programs in Engineering, Earth Science, and Physics
Ranked among Best Online Bachelor’s Programs
The Princeton Review, 2024
Best Regional Colleges West
Times Higher Education, 2023
Impact Ratings: Quality Education; Top 10 US University
Top 25 Best Small Universities
The University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Undergraduate Degree Programs for International Students
College of Natural Science and Mathematics
Biological Sciences, BS
Physics, BS
College of Engineering and Mines
Mechanical Engineering, BS
Petroleum Engineering, BS
Computer Science, BS
College of Business and Security Management
Business Administration, BBA
Applied Management, BAM
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The University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Graduate Degree Programs for International Students
College of Business and Security Management
Homeland Security and Emergency Management, MSDM
Master of Business Management, MBA
College of Engineering and Mines
Civil Engineering, MS
Computer Science, MS
College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences
Marine Studies, MMS
Petroleum Engineering, MS
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Unlock your academic potential at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where you can grow as a professional in your chosen field, work with diverse international teams, and make a lasting impact through innovative research and community projects.
