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The UA system's three universities (UAA, UAF, and UAS) are separately accredited institutions with extended community campuses and learning centers across the state of Alaska. System-wide, nearly 31,000 full- and part-time students are enrolled, studying among 400 unique degrees, certificate, or endorsement programs. Study areas include short-course workforce training, associate degrees, bachelor's and master's degrees, and doctorates. Programs include a wide array of sciences, engineering, teacher and early childhood education, business, journalism and communications, aviation, health occupations, history, English, the arts and humanities, and many others. All three university centers also deliver extensive e-Learning instruction anywhere students are located. UA Statewide provides system-wide support for all university operations and enables each regional university center to meet the University of Alaska's mission and each institutional mission. In addition to providing system leadership, governance, and strategic vision, Statewide functions include compliance, accountability, coordination, service, management of external relationships, and stewardship of shared strategic resources. Per the Alaska Constitution, an 11-member board of regents governs the system. The system president serves as the board's chief executive officer. Chancellors for each of the universities—UAA, UAF, and UAS—report to the president. The university employs roughly 7,000 people and contributes an estimated $1 billion annually to the Alaska economy. Attending the University of Alaska is possible, whether you're a recent high school graduate, are looking to return to college to enter a new career, or are planning to finish a degree for personal or professional growth. A significant concern for all students is, "How am I going to pay for this?" The campus financial aid offices can assist students in applying for education funding. There are many federal, state, and private resources available through the university to help pay for education, and there's a helpful financial aid staff that can assist you in determining which alternative will be the best choice for you. Also, the University of Alaska Foundation offers more than $3 million in scholarship awards annually, making higher education possible for any student who seeks it. Do not let distance or a crazy work schedule get in the way of your education. Online college degrees and education programs allow you to work around a busy life from anywhere in the world and still get a high-quality education. Whether you want to complete your degree, make yourself more marketable, or sharpen a few skills, we can help you achieve your goal. The three main campuses of the University of Alaska System provide undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificates, occupational endorsements, and courses, which may be completed entirely online or in blended formats. Alaska presents a formidable landscape for a university system: a landmass one-fifth the continental United States campuses' size thousands of miles apart and weather that would shut down most Lower 48 schools. But this vast environment of the rainforest, tundra, coastal shores, and mountains is home to the University of Alaska system, established in 1917. The university system started as the Alaska Agricultural College and School of Mines in Fairbanks, later renamed the University of Alaska. That first year, the campus was a single two-story frame building and had just six students. The school was renamed the University of Alaska in 1935. In 1954, Anchorage Community College (now known as the University of Alaska Anchorage) was incorporated into the University of Alaska. That next year, Juneau Community College was established and was later named the University of Alaska Southeast. The University of Alaska is a land-, sea- and space-grant system. UA acquired land through acts of Congress in 1915 and 1929 and land settlements with the State of Alaska in the 1980s. In addition to the annual federal appropriations land-grant institutions receive for research and extension work, UA develops, leases, and sells land, the proceeds of which are used for numerous natural resources-related research and academic projects, including the UA Scholars scholarship program. View full university

The University of Alaska Southeast offers opportunities to grow and learn in a supportive and intimate learning community amidst unparalleled natural beauty. Cutting-edge undergraduate research makes the most of our spectacular setting in the Tongass National Forest. No matter what career path you choose, UAS is designed to strengthen your problem-solving skills, enhance your ability to communicate effectively, and teach you how to work collaboratively – all things employers want. Small class sizes ensure a rich educational experience with top-notch faculty who choose to live and work in a place where dramatic natural vistas inspire scientific and creative pursuits. Give yourself an advantage as a global-ready graduate by gaining a broader understanding of the world and yourself. Through the national and international study-away programs, hundreds of universities and site options are available to all eligible students for a semester or full year. Students interested in studying away need to be willing to embrace the unknown, be flexible with change, and willing to try new things. Those who do are forever changed. Students return with more self-confidence and intellectual and social competencies, a grander appreciation of the world, and new skills and knowledge for professional success. UAS academic advisors empower students to meet academic, life, and career goals through a personalized, collaborative, and reflective process. The advising partnership connects students to faculty, campus, and community resources, online and face-to-face. At the University of Alaska Southeast, providing equal opportunities for students who experience disabilities is a campus-wide responsibility and commitment. We work together with faculty and students to identify individual needs and how to accommodate those needs best. Academic services constitute an integral component of equalizing the post-secondary environment for students who experience disabilities. Disability Services (DS) is responsible for coordinating services for UAS students who experience disabilities. DS Also serves as a resource providing information to the campus community. DS Staff can provide further information about the services available. When barriers do arise, Disability Services assist in the identification of reasonable adjustments. DS can provide details about services and accommodations that are available to qualified students with appropriate documentation. Early planning is encouraged and necessary to allow DS staff adequate time to arrange for services. It is the student's responsibility to initiate contact with and provide the appropriate disability documentation to DS. View full university

There are places in this world where you are destined to discover who you indeed are. Here at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, as wisdom passes from one generation to the next, revolutionary ideas are thriving, and a new academic culture is taking shape. Smarter questions. Better answers. With undergraduates making up 89 percent of the total student body, UAF is a hotbed of diversity and fresh thinking. Whether you are returning to school to start a new phase of your life or coming in as a recent high school graduate, you will quickly make new friends with a similar drive to achieve. Because our backyard is the vast environmental laboratory of Alaska, UAF attracts exceptional individuals — academic superstars and adventure-seekers alike. With seven campuses across the state, we are home to more than 8,500 students from all over the world — each in pursuit of something extraordinary. Whether you are looking for a greater sense of purpose or a real sense of belonging, the UAF community lives authentically, believing that life is what you make of it, that knowledge is indeed power, and that a natural curiosity about the world around you will always be your best GPS. The University of Alaska Fairbanks is a Land, Sea, and Space Grant university and an international center for research, education, and the arts, emphasizing the circumpolar North and its diverse peoples. UAF integrates teaching, research, and public service to educate students for active citizenship and prepare them for lifelong learning and careers. Whether Alaska is home or a new beginning, a UAF degree offers the ultimate opportunity: a chance to make a living doing what you love. So choose the path that intrigues you -- you never know where it might lead. You have got skills to master, records to set, and discoveries to make. Here, you will forge friendships to last a lifetime and ideas to change the world. We believe extraordinary people do not live ordinary lives. We invite you to explore the possibilities of the Last Frontier -- where inspiration is around every bend, independence is championed, and adventure is inevitable. UAF Disability Services provides accommodations to students on the Fairbanks campus and the Bristol Bay, Chukchi, Interior Alaska, Kuskokwim, Northwest, Community, and Technical College (CTC), UAF eLearning & Distance Education, and College of Rural and Community Development (CRCD) campuses. UAF eLearning and Distance Education offers more than 350 courses in 60 disciplines and offers degrees and certificates entirely online. 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's eLearning courses are a great way to begin or further your educational and professional career. The Honors Program assists high-achieving and motivated students in making the absolute most of their undergraduate education. But it is about more than being smart. It is about being bold, pushing your intellect, and pursuing educational opportunities. It is exploring new places -- in mind and the world. It is your home away from home, academically and socially, where you share small classes and rigorous thinking with student-scholars as inquisitive as you. The Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Activity office exists to support, develop, and institutionalize UAF's diverse and robust undergraduate research and creative scholarship programs. If you want to explore the world, UAF can help. Whether you attend a university in another state or another country, your credits will count toward your UAF degree program. Participation in National Student Exchange and international exchange/study abroad programs will start you on your unforgettable adventure. Summer Sessions offers many courses, credit and noncredit, meeting morning through evening, weekdays, and weekends from May to August. Complete a course for your degree or investigate a topic of interest. Various sessions create the option for flexible scheduling for summer students. Twelve-week, six-week, and two-week sessions, plus short courses with varying dates and lengths, create the opportunity to design a schedule that works best for you. The UA Scholars Program encourages Alaska's high school graduates to get their advanced education in Alaska. The UA Scholars Award is a $12,000 scholarship that can cover eligible expenses such as undergraduate tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, and other educational costs associated with going to a UA school. UAF has various media outlets to keep students and staff informed and entertained and offer volunteering opportunities. Students produce the weekly Sun Star newspaper and run KSUA, the campus radio station, and winner of the MTV Woodie Award. Public broadcasting stations KUAC FM and TV, the first public stations in the state, are headquartered at UAF. With more than 100 student organizations and clubs, there is something for everyone. Go green with our nationally acclaimed sustainability program, become a DJ, practice karate, or cook up something in culinary arts. The Wood Center student union houses student dining, a coffee shop, lounges, a pub, a games area, a bowling alley, the student government, newspaper, and offices for student activities, clubs, and leadership, and more. View full university

Experience the Big Wild Life in Anchorage, population 300,000. UAA's campus maintains close connections with Anchorage-based government, business, and nonprofit employers, giving students a wide range of opportunities for internships, research, and real-world experience. The Anchorage campus offers a full complement of programs and courses, including in high-demand fields such as engineering, health, business, education, and the liberal arts and sciences. UAA career and technical education programs are closely aligned with Alaska's core industries, such as aviation, oil, and gas. Many courses are designed with the flexibility to accommodate students who work or have a family, and the campus houses a range of student success and support centers. UAA's campus is connected to 250 miles of trails where students can enjoy wooded seclusion, mountain vistas, and ocean views. But students do not have to sacrifice urban amenities to live in the Last Frontier. Anchorage provides a bounty of museums, movie theaters, shopping, live music, sporting events, and hundreds of restaurants. Students will feel right at home at UAA. The mission of the University of Alaska Anchorage is to discover and disseminate knowledge through teaching, research, engagement, and creative expression. Located in Anchorage and on community campuses in Southcentral Alaska, UAA is committed to serving the state's higher education needs, its communities, and its diverse peoples. UAA is an open-access university with academic programs leading to occupational endorsements undergraduate and graduate certificates and associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degrees in a rich, diverse, and inclusive environment. The UAA mission recognizes the university's commitment to instruction at several academic levels, all students' success regardless of their higher education goals, and service to the state's diverse peoples and communities. It honors the community college and the baccalaureate, graduate, and research roots of the institution.UAA is committed to international and intercultural education. As part of UAA's participation in the American Council on Education's (ACE) Internationalization Laboratory, the following values were developed in consultation with faculty, students, and staff. UAA recognizes and values the diversity of our unique location in Southcentral Alaska, the ancestral homelands of the Dena'ina Athabascan, Ahtna Athabascan, Alutiiq/Sugpiak, and Eyak peoples. We honor diverse experiences and perspectives—including differences in ideas, religion, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, race, culture, nationality, age, disability, veteran, and socioeconomic status—and strive to create welcoming and inclusive learning environments where all are treated with respect. At UAA, valuing diversity is integral to excellence. Diversity maximizes our potential for creativity, innovation, educational excellence, and outstanding service to our communities. Immunotherapy is a ground-breaking treatment for cancer by training the immune system to target cancer cells. Our research team developed an innovative antigen delivery system for immunotherapy using nanoparticles for a more effective treatment. We investigate vertebrates that can survive for long periods in the complete absence of oxygen that can offer insights into cardiac pace-making in conditions of low oxygen pertinent to human pathology. Multi-disciplinary collaborations among the Colleges of Engineering, Business and Public Policy, and Arts and Sciences have been formed. A Professor of Music teamed with faculty in Computer Science and Business to develop a computer system that assesses a pianist's skill at sight-reading music. Another included the Departments of Theatre and Dance, Psychology, and Art, and community organizations. The project presented a haunting play about child sexual abuse in Alaska, with an empowering conversation between the public, cast members, and counselors to encourage healing. Capitalizing on its location, UAA is developing solutions to challenges caused by the dynamically changing Arctic environment as it impacts current and future ecosystems and villages. These include models to forecast future erosion rates and shoreline change. Road tests are underway to test a suitable concrete mixture for Arctic roads that is flexible and maintains its strength in extreme cold. Work in Antarctica studies the impact of environmental conditions on the physiology and behavior of polar marine mammals. Universities are a vital source for new technology critical to the United States, maintaining its lead in innovation and economic development. UAA's patent portfolio has dramatically increased since FY11, including the launch of startup companies — one was awarded a "Best University Startup" in a national competition. To encourage innovation, UAA established the "Patent Wall of Fame," and organized and hosted the first World IP Day in Alaska. The University of Alaska Anchorage traces its origins back to 1954 when Anchorage Community College (ACC) was founded. That year, ACC began offering evening classes to 414 students at Elmendorf Air Force Base—the first time that college-level courses were offered in the Anchorage area. In 1962, ACC and other community colleges around the state were incorporated into the University of Alaska statewide system. Five years later, ACC began offering both day and evening classes at the current campus location. ACC provided academic study for associate degrees, the first two years of work toward baccalaureate degrees, and a wide variety of adult learning, career, and continuing education programs. In the late 1960s, a strong interest in establishing a four-year university in Anchorage brought about the University of Alaska, Anchorage Senior College (ASC). While ACC administered the lower division college, ASC administered upper-division and graduate programs leading to baccalaureate and master's degrees and continuing education for professional programs. In 1971, the first commencement was held at Anchorage's West High School, where 265 master's, baccalaureate, and associate degrees were awarded. ASC moved to the Consortium Library Building in 1973. The following year, when the first classroom and office facility was completed, daytime courses were offered for the first time. In 1977, ASC became a four-year university and was renamed the University of Alaska, Anchorage (UA, A). Ten years later, ACC and UA, A merged to become what is now known as the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA). Today, some 20,000 students attend UAA, a growing and expanding university of the first choice. More than 200 programs, ranging from certificate programs to associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees, are offered at the Anchorage, community campuses, and extension centers throughout Southcentral Alaska. View full university

Welcome to Alaska Pacific University, a fantastic place to be, belong, and become! At APU, our classrooms are not always bounded by four walls. On a boat, in the desert, on a glacier, above the rain forest canopy, working with local business, student teaching in an elementary school, or, yes, even in a classroom on campus, your education will be personalized, experiential and hands-on. APU provides a world-class, hands-on, culturally responsive educational experience in collaboration with our students, communities, and Tribal partners. APU's majors are organized through Institutes, to purposefully and meaningfully advance APU's vision, mission, and values. The framework of learning at APU is built on five competencies interwoven through all academic degree programs. These essential competencies result in the attainment of critical skills and wide-ranging knowledge useful across a multitude of professions and industries. PU's undergraduate programs include Alaska Native Governance (BA), Business Administration & Management (BA), Counseling Psychology (BA), Creative & Professional Writing (BA), Liberal Studies (BA), Marine & Environmental Sciences (BS), Outdoor Studies (BA), and Sustainability Studies (BA). From field courses to campus-based classes, students find themselves in a variety of settings intentionally designed to enhance their educational experience in a way that is uniquely APU. APU's graduate degree offerings include Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Executive MBAs with focuses in Communication Technology and Strategic Leadership, Counseling Psychology (MS), Environmental Science (MS), and Outdoor and Environmental Education (MS). Graduate certificates are also available in Entrepreneurship and Investments. The framework of learning at APU is built on five competencies interwoven through all academic degree programs. These essential competencies result in the attainment of critical skills and wide-ranging knowledge useful across a multitude of professions and industries. These programs areas: Alaska Native Governance, Alaska Rural Management, Business Administration and Management, Community Health, and Nursing. Professional Studies courses may be offered evenings, weekends, or online. The Early Honors Program (EHP) at APU is a full-time, dual-credit program for high school seniors seeking to get a head start. EHP students engage in actual college-level coursework, have the option to live on campus, and, if successful, will graduate high school as college sophomores. Applicants admitted to the EHP may also be granted automatic full admission to the undergraduate program of their choice* upon the successful completion of the EHP. The PEOPLE, PLACES, and stories of Alaska are foundations of your sequenced curriculum. Expect to be challenged academically as you develop in-demand skills, including project management, collaborative teamwork in the sciences and liberal arts, and effective communication in various media. The 175 acres Alaska Pacific University is tucked into the forest, among Anchorage's trail system. It is on the perimeter of an intellectually vibrant section of town, in a state ripe with cultural and geographic diversity. With a remote educational center on a 900-acre private farm, APU is the landing pad for a rigorous educational adventure. Honoring Alaska's Indigenous heritage, exemplifying excellence, and preparing paths. In addition to merit-based aid, APU proudly offers students the ability to apply for hundreds of donor-funded scholarships with one simple online application. Your home away from home. The Campus Life Office oversees the Housing and Residence Life operations at APU. We strive to make your on-campus living experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. We are dedicated to the social and mental well-being of our residents and their physical comfort while living on campus. The APU dining hall and the McMillen Student Center are continually changing to accommodate our community's interests.Dining Services incorporates sustainable local foods with organic products to offer a variety of healthy and home-cooked options. APU Dining is pleased to offer a weekly 'Farmer's Market' and Ground Theory Café coffee shop. Whether you are in the residence halls or just needing a cup of espresso between classes, the APU Dining staff will be available to help seven days a week. In every part of campus life, our students take an active role in leading and developing unique programs and opportunities for their peers. We believe that every student has leadership potential, and we are dedicated to helping students develop leadership skills through a wide variety of activities. APU's Outdoor Programs has what you are looking for to get outside. Whether you want to try something new or an experienced adventurer looking to teach or lead a clinic, we have something for every skill level. Living in Alaska gives you access to some of the best wilderness areas globally, and we want to help you explore it. MBA certificate program is designed for students who wish to enhance their skills and knowledge of entrepreneurship but do not wish to take all of the courses in business administration that are required for the Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree. The certificate is awarded to those students who complete the requirements in recognition that they have attained an advanced level of competency in the field of entrepreneurship. Requirements for admission to the Certificate program are the same as those for the degree program. View full university

The purpose of Alaska Bible College is to exalt the Lord Jesus Christ and extend His Church by biblically training believers to be servant-leaders with Christ-like character. At Alaska Bible College, we believe that Christ-like character counts. Our curriculum and student life encourage every student to grow in love for the Lord, His Word, and His church. Nestled in the center of beautiful Palmer, Alaska, and surrounded by mountain landscapes second to none in the world, you will daily be encouraged to worship the God who loves you and longs for you to live intimately with Him. We are the only accredited four-year Bible college in Alaska! So, if you choose to join our adventure in Alaska, you will receive a high-quality biblical, theological and ministry-based education that will prepare you to serve the Lord with integrity for the rest of your life. You will also join a long list of servant-leaders who, after being trained with Christ-like character at ABC are leading with integrity in full-time ministry on the mission field, in the local church, or in the vocation that God has provided. Alaska Bible College is committed to providing students, their families, and the campus community full disclosure of all consumer information required by state and federal regulations. The laws are intended to satisfy students’ right to know and allow students to make fully informed choices regarding the institution they elect to attend. Alaska Bible College extends a warm welcome to prospective students who meet admission qualifications and seek to strengthen their Christian walk and prepare for ministry.ABC selects students based on academic ability, moral character, and a strong desire to study God’s Word. ABC does not discriminate based on age, race, gender, or ethnic background. The ABC library has approximately 30,000 volumes, including the most significant theological collection in Alaska. The library also contains curriculum materials, media resources, computers for student use, a children’s library, and several reading and study areas. The library subscribes to many Christian magazines and periodicals. A selection of visual aid material is available for student ministries. ABC’s Wilderness Campus, located in Glennallen, houses an extension library on the second floor of Joy Hall. A “modular” class condenses an entire college semester into a single, intensive week of on-campus study. Classes meet each day of the week for the full day (morning and afternoon). Before arriving on campus, students read the class textbook and submit a written summary and interaction. After the week on campus, students return home and complete a final project. Students receive a grade for the class upon completion of the final project. College credit counts towards a degree at Alaska Bible College and can be transferred to other schools. The audit does not count towards a degree and can not be transferred, though students participate fully in all class activities. Audit students are not required to turn in the assignments and do not receive a grade. Enrollment precedence is given to students taking the class for college credit. Housing and meals are optional, and students are free to make their arrangements if desired. Grocery stores and affordable dining are available within walking distance. Housing is in the form of a shared room in ABC’s dorm, four blocks from the classroom building. Lunches are available for through ABC as part of the housing package, or for separate purchase. A full kitchen is provided in the dorm for breakfast and dinner preparations. Our fellowship with God is not measured by how much we know, but by how much we love! So at Alaska Bible College, our investment in students goes well beyond academics. In the context of a caring community, our students can expect to find a vibrant blend of social outlets & service opportunities designed to foster healthy, life-long relationships. Whether in the classroom or the wilderness, ABC is not just an education but also a place to belong. During the academic year, various social activities are scheduled. These may include banquets, outdoor recreation, free game times, service projects, dorm outings, community programs, and annual all-school retreats. Our inclusive culture is sure to make you feel welcome in the far north. We firmly believe that your experience outside the classroom contributes to your overall enrichment. Students are encouraged to explore the surrounding area and embrace all Alaska has to offer. Strategically located in the heart of Palmer, our campus and dorms enable you to access incredible year-round opportunities readily. Within walking distance are community bike paths, coffee shops, and grocery stores. Alaska is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, and the Palmer area hosts world-class recreational adventures. Fall activities may include fishing, hunting, hiking, and canoeing. In the winter months, try snowboarding, skating, or snowshoeing. Community events include the Iditarod, the Alaska State Fair, concerts, craft fairs, high school sports, and much more. Alaska Bible College enriches and deepens the spiritual life of its students with chapel services, dorm devotions, prayer partners, and by encouraging personal Bible reading and prayer. Students are also expected to attend services at a local church regularly. There are several evangelical churches in the area that provide opportunities for worship and service. The first weeks of spiritual life focus are scheduled each semester, featuring a guest speaker at daily chapel services and a school-wide day of prayer. View full university