Academics
RegistrationClosed ProgramsVeterinary Medicine, Social Work
LimitationsInternational students are required to take 12 credits of in-person classes. Some majors are not available to international students or may have limited classes international students can take.
Notable Academic Programs- Geosciences
- Engineering
- Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Unique Academic Programs
- Environmental Change - UAF is a world leader in environmental change and Arctic research due in part to its location, where the impacts of climate change can be observed and felt at an accelerated pace, and is an ideal setting in which to engage with faculty possessing expertise in multiple dimensions of environmental change.
- Alaska Native Studies - A social science program that incorporates Native traditional knowledge, wisdom and experience into contemporary issues and studies. Classes on Alaska Native Languages are also available.
- Arctic and Northern Studies - Educates students about opportunities and challenges related to the Arctic and circumpolar north. The geographic location of UAF allows students to immerse themselves in a sub-Arctic environment while studying Northern issues.
Options
Honors Access: Yes
Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE StudentsAccounting, Alaska Native Studies, Anthropology...
++ show allAccounting, Alaska Native Studies, Anthropology, Art, Atmospheric Sciences, Biology/Life Science, Business Administration, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Communication, Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Earth Science, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Elementary Education, English, Film, Geological Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, History, Japanese, Journalism, Linguistics, Marine Sciences, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Mineral/Mining Engineering, Music, Music Education, Native American/American Indian Studies, Natural Resources Conservation, Petroleum Engineering, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Spanish, Sports Management/Administration, Statistics, Studio Art, Theater Arts/Drama/Acting, Wildlife Management
Tuition / Finances
Figures per Semester are current as of 06/03/23
Finances
Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
- Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
- Estimated cost: $5400.
- Figures are based on full-time enrollment.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
- Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
- Host Payment: 18
- Home Payment: 18
Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
Purpose |
Amount |
Period |
Plan |
Status |
Activity Fee |
$25 |
Semester |
Host & Home |
Mandatory |
Parking Fee |
$88 |
Semester |
Host & Home |
Optional |
Orientation Fee |
$150 |
Semester |
Host & Home |
Optional |
PO Box Rental Fee |
$75 |
Semester |
Host & Home |
Optional |
Course Fees / Materials | Varies | Semester | Host & Home | Mandatory |
Important Notes: Any courses within the College of Business and Security Management (ACCT, BA, BAM, ECON, HSEM, SPRT) and the School of Engineering and Mines (CE, CS, EE, ESM, ES, ENVE, EQE, EQS, GE, ME, MPR, MIN, PETE) will incur a 25% surcharge based on the in-state tuition charge for the course. This must be paid by both Host and Home pay as it is considered a specific course fee.
There is no mail service to on-campus housing. Students can rent a PO Box for $75 per semester. Students living off-campus can also rent a PO Box.
Health
Figures per Semester are current as of 06/03/23
Important Notes about Health InsuranceNo insurance options available for domestic students.
Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $800 per semester.
Requirements
Other Health Related Comments
UAF has a health center on campus where students can see a provider free of charge (minus costs of materials used), receive vaccinations, or receive mental health counseling. Students receive up to 6 free counseling sessions per semester.