Online Degrees and Programs at UAF

We don’t think things like distance or a crazy work schedule should get in the way of your education. Our online college degrees and programs allow you to work around a busy life from anywhere in the world and still get a high-quality education.

How Do Online College Classes Work?

Before your first semester begins, you’ll want to log in to Canvas (your online course delivery system) and order any books you need for class. If you need to contact your instructor, go to people.alaska.edu to search for their email, phone number or office location.

Online courses do not require meeting times, but you will have assignments each week. Courses are designed by your instructor to best teach that subject. You may use blogs, social media, video chat and other technology as part of your online coursework.

Some online courses may require you to take proctored exams. If you are outside of Fairbanks, you’ll need to arrange for a local proctor. Otherwise you can take exams at our UAF eCampus Exam Center. You’ll receive progress reports with grade feedback through the mid part of the semester. You can view your midterm grades at UAOnline.

 

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Why Earn Your Degree Online at UAF?

Whether you’re a military student, a working adult trying to finish your degree, a high school student seeking dual credit or simply looking to take a few classes from home, we offer one of the best online college programs in the nation.

Learn from the best

UAF offers the largest selection of online degrees and the longest-running distance education program in Alaska. We are regularly featured on U.S. News & World Report’s lists of best online degrees, including:

  • Best Online Bachelor’s Programs
  • Best Online MBA Programs
  • Best Online Criminal Justice/Criminology Programs
  • Best Online Education Programs
We are one of only a handful of programs in the nation to earn Quality Matters’ Online Learner Support Certification. We are also ranked as one of America’s Best Military Friendly Online Colleges.

 

Save on tuition

Online degrees are offered at our in-state tuition rate, providing an exceptional value in education for students across Alaska and nationally.

Prepare for careers in Alaska and the North

Our programs provide a uniquely Alaskan perspective that prepares graduates with training and insights employers in the region value.

Get the support you need to succeed

When you earn your degree online at UAF, you’ll enjoy the same level of personal support and connection to professors and peers as you would expect on campus.

 

Explore Online Degrees at UAF

Our online programs range from foundational occupation endorsements and certificates all the way to online graduate degrees. Our online degree and certificate programs cover fields from medical coding and reception to information technology. With so many degree programs to choose from, and with the flexibility of online courses, UAF eCampus is a great way to begin or further your educational and professional career.

 

View the eCampus FAQ

Have questions about UAF eCampus and earning your degree online? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Apply for scholarships

UAF offers hundreds of scholarships each year. A good place to start is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about scholarship opportunities.

Find dates and deadlines

While online degree courses generally follow UAF’s academic calendar, deadlines for some online courses may vary. View online degree program dates and deadlines.