Student Resources & Opportunities
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We have everything you need to get started, whether it is your first semester or your senior year. Browse below for information regarding admissions, advising, registration, tuition payment, financial aid and more.
Nothing is beyond your reach at UAF, and there is no adventure like it in the world.
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The Financial Aid Office provides counseling and information to students and parents, and administers a comprehensive program of financial assistance.
UAF offers hundreds of scholarships to help cover the cost of tuition.
Pay for your tuition, parking decals and load up on bear bucks online through the UAF Bursar's Office.
Did you know that UAF offers the following dedicated services?
New to UAF?
The UAF Academic Advising Center is here to help with registration, adding or dropping classes, discussing academic difficulties, and more.
The Office of the Registrar has step-by-step information and requirements for undergraduate degree students, graduate students and non-degree seeking students looking to register for classes.
At times, navigating your way through college can be tricky. That’s why we have a full-time academic advisor to help you out.
Our advisor can assist with registration, petitions, change of major requests and
answer any number of questions related to the college experience. Advising appointments
are available in person, via telephone or via email.
Want to Learn More?
Check out the student handbook for information on the campus, registration, services and standards.
Academic Support
We are committed to your success and have numerous resources available to help every student achieve their goals, from our online learning opportunities to tutoring and so much more.
Exciting changes are underway!
The 6th floor of the Rasmuson Library is undergoing a transformation into a modern, comprehensive student success center.
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Take your learning anywhere.
UAF eCampus connects you with life-changing opportunities and experiences in a supportive virtual learning environment designed to fit any schedule.
Put your best foot forward by accessing UAF's wide variety of resources.
Find all the information you need about documentation, accommodations, accessible housing, transportation, the Assistive Technology Lab and more.
Student Support Services
Student Support Services (SSS) offers a wealth of resources and information. Find help with advising, tutoring, mentoring, course selection, financial aid, career advising and more.
SSS partners with Tutor.com to provide 24/7 online tutorial assistance for online and face-to-face courses.
First year students can join the Emerging Scholars Academy and become part of a learning community cohort.
The Student Advisory Council is made up of active Student Support Services participants and alumni.
Need help accessing Blackboard or Canvas? Changing your password? Connecting to Wi-Fi? The Office of Information Technology (OIT) at UAF is the place to go. The OIT Service Desk can answer your questions about UA's IT services, help you troubleshoot, report issues that you're seeing, and more.
Beyond the Classroom
For those looking to make the most of their education, UAF offers many ways to take your learning beyond the classroom. Our URSA office has offer many opportunities to apply for funding for research or projects, jobs or volunteer opportunities are often available in many areas of interest, and there are many ways to get involved in community.
Don’t just gain knowledge, create it.
URSA (Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity) offers opportunities to explore potential career interests, get lab and field experience, connect with new people and travel beyond the world you know.
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The Honors College is about creating opportunities for yourself and for your community. We strive to find science-based solutions, informed by Indigenous knowledge and powered by 21st-century tools. We believe in doing the research and living your learning. We help you identify internships, research projects, and more that best fit your interests and goals. We work to connect you with community engagement opportunities and international experiences that will enrich your education, and broaden your horizons.
Take your learning beyond the classroom.
Study abroad and experience one of the most rewarding opportunities college has to offer. UAF offers hundreds of study abroad opportunities, student exchange programs and international internships that will take you around the world.
Drive change in your community.
The Virgie Dunlap-King (VDK) Academy for Social Change is a program designed to help students discover their potential for becoming change-makers in our community. The academy is intended for student leaders who want to make an impact on our campus. The academy will include service work, mentorship opportunities, and working on a student's personal leadership journey - all with a cohort to grow and learn with. Students will also have the opportunity to graduate with Leadership Distinction through our COLD Certificate Program.
The UAF SLI Program is committed to developing excellent and effective leaders who will have a statewide, national and global impact. The Co-Curricular Opportunities for Leadership Development (COLD) Certificates are designed to fulfill this commitment to our student body. The COLD Experience will allow participants to advance their knowledge and skills with regard to effective intellectual and cultural leadership. In addition, this co-curricular certificate program will encourage students to be more productive thinkers and to become more civically engaged.
- Your course schedule won't be compromised — student jobs are designed to have flexible work hours.
- Gain valuable work experience while still in college.
- Conveniently located around campus, there is no need to waste time or gas commuting.
- Learn transferable skills such as leadership, initiative, communication and problem solving.
Student assistant Kirsten Olson collects specimens from the stacks at the University of Alaska Museum of the North.
Teaching assistant Sophie Chowdhury, left, works with undergraduates Heather Bruhn and Michelle Negrete during their summer sessions anatomy and physiology lab in the Murie Building.
Walter DeSarro, left, and Danny Falkner have student jobs serving as referees for outdoor intramural broomball on the ice in front of the SRC.
Student employee and theatre major Stephanie Sandberg enjoys sewing as part of her job in the costume shop at Theatre UAF.
Be a voice in your community.
Freelance write and photographer opportunities are available with the campus newspaper, the UAF Sun Star. Check with KSUA 91.5 FM for job opportunities or to submit your music.
The mission of the Sun Star is to provide a consistent, trusted brand of news, opinion, and art that represents the interests and achievements of the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ student body. The Sun Star will provide opportunities for students to hone their skills in pitching stories, writing, editing, and review as well as in adopting best practices in their writing including journalistic ethics and writing standards.
KSUA 91.5 FM is a student-run radio station located in the Wood Center on UAF's Troth
Yeddha' campus. As part of UAF Student Media it provides a platform for student voices
and alternative music not regularly heard on local airwaves. KSUA also offers opportunities
for students to gain real-world experience in live broadcasting, broadcast journalism,
music, and running live events.
UAF Summer Sessions & Lifelong Learning offers a variety of non-credit bearing courses accessible to members of the community without the requirements of typical college courses. Many of these courses are practical, hands-on workshop style classes taught by local experts. Check out the wide variety of courses offered to the community.
Become a member of the University of Alaska Fairbanks Alumni Association. Engage with the Nanook Nation community of alumni and friends. Stay connected to a community in which you'll enjoy a sense of belonging. Celebrate UAF traditions, show your Nanook pride and support the University. Become a member today!
Student Life
Explore all the university has to offer in your off-time, from breathtaking views of the aurora to ice climbing and everything in between. There's something for everyone at UAF.
Student Organizations & Clubs
UAF has over 100 active student organizations! Joining an organization is a great opportunity and fun way to meet new people, share your interests, develop leadership skills, and impact student life at UAF.
Sports & Recreation
Nanook Recreation
Nanook Recreation provides the university community with opportunities and facilities to lead active, healthy lifestyles through sport and recreation on campus and out in the beautiful wilderness of Alaska.
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Nanook Recreation Ice Climbing
Engineering major Ryan Kudo enjoys a late season climb up the UAF ice wall on April 4.
Nanook Recreation Outdoor Adventures
International students Ko-Fan Lu, front, and Chien-An Peng joined UAF Outdoor Adventures recreation manager Sam Braband and others on a raft trip down the Nenana River in June, 2014.
Student Recreation Center Fitness Classes
Students work up a sweat during a fitness class on a Tuesday night in the Student Recreation Center.
Student Recreation Center Intramurals
Intramural basketball action on a Tuesday night at the Student Recreation Center.
Patty Ice Arena
Ice skates are available at the Patty Center Ice Arena.
Patty Center Pool
Swimmer Katherine Stark races down the pool during the 100-yard freestyle, an even that she won. The Nanooks won on both Friday and Saturday against Dixie state.
Arts & Culture
1962 Yukon Drive
(907) 474-7505
Gallery Hours
Monday-Friday
9am-5pm
closed weekends &holidays
Fine Arts Complex
Rm. 313
See the box office for tickets, or if you would like to be more hands-on, visit CLA's Theatre & Film production page to learn about audition and volunteer opportunities.
Located in the Fine Arts Complex
(907) 474-5733
UAF Traditions
Starvation Gulch is an annual celebration; a way to ease new students into campus
life. At times it's a fierce completion of honor between campus dormitories. It's
also a living story of the incredible odds the University has faced and overcome.
It's Starvation Gulch. The bonfires have been a symbol of the passing of the torch
of knowledge to our new students since 1923.
What’s more Alaskan than SNOW!?!? Winter Carnival is a way to break the monotony of
the Fairbanks winter with invigorating and entertaining activities in February ranging
from ice climbing to dog mushing and everything in between. 1936 is one of the first
recorded Winter Carnivals.
The Festival of Native Arts provides cultural education and sharing through traditional
Native dance, music, and arts. The Festival continues the University of Alaska Fairbanks
student-led tradition that began in 1973 of bringing together artists, performers,
and performance groups in a celebration of Native cultures.
SpringFest is our way to celebrate not only the end of the long winter, but also the warmth and our accomplishments of the year! The long weekend kicks-off with a Free BBQ! While at the BBQ, you don't want to miss the Dance-off or the Watermelon drop! Following the kick off, the weekend is packed with many more fun and exciting activities such as the SpringFest Carnival and Day of Service with SLI!
The Pub
Physical location:
You must be at least 21 to enter The Pub.
The Well
The Well is a new, physical space in 334 Duckering Building dedicated to activities promoting the wellbeing of students, staff and faculty at the University of Alaska Fairbanks
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Student Health & Safety
Our center provides a wide variety of services to students only. We provide general
medical care, with a lab and on site. Counseling services range from individual counseling
to crisis intervention, alcohol referrals and help with general adjustments to college
life.
The UAF Green Dot strategy is a violence prevention program based on empowering bystanders.
When people attend our trainings, they learn to recognize potentially harmful situations
and how to safely intervene.
UAF is committed to providing a safe and respectful campus environment free from gender-based violence and sexual harassment.
The Title IX Office leads the effort to ensure UAF moves beyond mere compliance with civil rights laws to embodying the principles of respect and equality for all.
Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities
The Center for Student Rights & Responsibilities (CSRR) is committed to the safety and success of all UAF community members. Through early intervention, CSRR empowers each member of the university to succeed in their goals. CSRR collaborates with campus partners to encourage prevention education, well-being, and student success.