Prospective Graduate Students

Process for prospective graduate students to follow to apply to NRE or NRSU graduate degree programs:

  • Begin the process by starting the online application for Graduate Admission . The application will require several components which may take time to complete, but starting earlier rather than later will be an advantage.
  • Have your official academic transcripts sent from each collegiate institution attended to the Office of Admissions and the Registrar. Transcripts can either be ordered through one of the online secure transcript services or must come in a sealed envelope from each institution attended. International applicants must submit certified English translations of transcripts of all college-level course work. Unofficial transcripts may be sent as email attachments to uaf-snre@alaska.edu.
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are not required but will be considered by the DNRE admissions committee, if available.
  • At least three letters of recommendation are required. Your UAF admissions application will request the names and email addresses of at least three people who are able to vouch for your work, character and ability to undertake graduate study and research. They will then receive an email where they can upload their letter of recommendation on your behalf.
  • You will also be asked to submit a statement of goals. Please indicate why you want to study in the field of Natural Resources and Environment/Sustainability. If you have been corresponding with a particular faculty member, please mention that as well. Include your qualifications and educational experience. These forms may be uploaded to the UAF Admissions Application portal. Information about the Department of Natural Resources and Environment faculty is available on the faculty webpage, the Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station website, and the UAF Experts Guide.
  • Resume or CV is also required for the application.
  • International students have, in addition to the above, more requirements which are outlined in the UAF Catalog and summarized below.

Additional procedures and forms that are required of international students

  • English Proficiency: international students may be required to provide proof of English proficiency via official TOEFL or IELTS scores. For other options, visit the Office of Admissions  (International Students Admission). In most cases, our department can begin the application review prior to receiving the official scores. 
  • Official transcripts with World Education Services evaluations required The department review can begin before these are received, but admission to UAF requires them.
  • Financial statements and citizenship documentation is not needed for the review by the department, but is required for admission to UAF. The Office of International Student and Scholar Services will provide you the Financial statement form and related information if you are accepted. The Office of International Student and Scholar Services will provide you the Financial statement form and related information if you are accepted.

Send all official documents to:

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 757480
Fairbanks, AK 99775-7480