Applied Arts and Sciences

Bachelor's degree program

Open the door to new job opportunities or advance in your current career. If you have an Associate of Applied Science degree and want to take the next step and earn your bachelor’s degree, the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences at UAF is designed for you.

The bachelor’s in arts and sciences is offered as an interdisciplinary degree and is administered through the UAF interdisciplinary studies program. This means you can tailor your bachelor’s degree program to your unique academic and career goals.

A faculty advisor will help guide the development of your individual degree program, and work closely with you throughout your course of study.

Still need to complete your AAS degree? View Associate of Applied Science degrees offered at UAF.

Who is eligible for the applied arts and sciences program?

The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences is a degree completion program designed specifically for students who have earned an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree and who wish to earn a bachelor-level degree. To be eligible for the program, you must have an A.A.S. degree from a college recognized by one of the Institutional Accrediting Agencies approved by the U.S. Department of Education.

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Quick Facts

Degree type:

  • Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.)

Availability:

  • UAF's main campus in Fairbanks, Alaska

 

Why Earn Your Bachelor’s in Arts and Sciences at UAF?

Earn your bachelor’s degree in applied arts and sciences at UAF. Here are some of the opportunities you can look forward to as part of this unique degree completion program.

Open the door to new career opportunities

  • More and more workforce areas are requiring employees to have both a bachelor’s degree and the technical knowledge and skills developed at the associate level before being promoted to higher level positions.

Customize your degree to your interests

  • The bachelor’s in arts and sciences is an interdisciplinary program that allows you the flexibility to design a personal pathway of study.

Get the support you need to succeed

  • We work cooperatively across academic departments to provide enhanced guidance and advising to students who are interested in the applied arts and sciences degree and who are completing or have completed their A.A.S.

Gain professional experience in your field

  • With our focus on hands-on learning, you can gain experience beyond the classroom through internships, undergraduate research and student organizations.

 

What can you co with an applied arts and sciences degree?

Applied arts and sciences majors are prepared for a variety of fields across multiple industries in Alaska and across the country. At UAF, you’ll gain essential communication and critical thinking skills that can be applied to myriad careers. 

 

 

 

Get started on your applied arts and sciences bachelor’s degree

Take the next step toward earning your bachelor’s degree. We have the resources to help you get started.

Talk to an advisor

Have questions? Our expert advisors are here to guide you every step of the way. Let us know how we can help.

Transfer to UAF

Transferring to UAF? We can walk you through the process and help make sure you get the most out of the credits you’ve earned.

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Earn your bachelor’s in applied arts and sciences degree at UAF. Submit your application today.