F A S T F A C T S
Location | Fairbanks
Population | 50,000
Enrollment | 7,500
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home & Host
Term Dates
Fall | 08/28-12/16
Spring | 01/16-05/04
Location | Fairbanks
Population | 50,000
Enrollment | 7,500
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home & Host
Term Dates
Fall | 08/28-12/16
Spring | 01/16-05/04
World leader in climate change and Arctic research.
10-to-1 student-faculty ratio; 80% of class have fewer than 20 students.
Provides hands-on learning experience in the vast, dynamic laboratory of Alaska.
| 2024-2025 Chance of Placement | ||
| Host Pay | | | Open |
| Home Pay | | | Excellent |
| Understand Chances of Placement | ||
Academics
Registration- Campus Catalog
- Schedule of Classes
- When will I register? With seniors
- Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Campus instructor or department
Veterinary Medicine, Social WorkLimitations
International 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
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Conditions
GPA and Other Academic Requirements- General Eligibility Requirements
- No students accepted from NSE members within my own state
- Full-year exchange Accepted
- Single term exchange Accepted
- TOEFL: must have a score of 527.00 paper, 213.00 computer or 70.00 Internet
- IELTS: must have a score of 6.50
- Host Pay
- Will accept Home/Host Pay
- Will accept Home/Host Pay
Tuition / Finances
Finances
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice.
- 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.
- Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
- 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.
Room / Meals
On-Campus Housing Per Semester
- On-Campus Housing
- Approximate cost: $5325 (includes meals)
- Approximate monthly cost: $1000
- Proximity to campus: 1-20
- Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
Apply as early as possible for the fall semester for higher probability of requested dorm type. If you wish to live off-campus, keep in mind that you may see advertisements for "dry cabins". These are cabins without running water (they have an outhouse, but no shower). There are plenty of shower facilities on campus that are free of charge. There is public transportation in Fairbanks.
Meal Plans
- Campus Meal Plans
- Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
- $1925 declining balance plan.
Students placed in Cutler Apartment Complex will have lower-cost meal plan options available.
Resources
Campus LinksHealth
Important Notes about Health Insurance
No 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.