University of Alaska Fairbanks

❄️ Located 200 miles south of Arctic Circle — unique Arctic research location.

🔬 7 major research units including Arctic Region Supercomputing Center.

🏔️ Institute of Northern Engineering; Arctic biology and geophysics specialisations.

📊 168 international students (70 undergraduate, 98 graduate) enrolled.

⚙️ Poker Flat Research Range — only university-owned rocket launch facility.

🌍 7,486 total enrollment with indigenous studies and Arctic research focus.

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at University of Alaska Fairbanks is approximately USD 14,235. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at University of Alaska Fairbanks is approximately USD 10,881.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at University of Alaska Fairbanks for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

University of Alaska Fairbanks is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) .

We have not been able to confirm what percentage of students from University of Alaska Fairbanks are employed after graduation.

We do not have any courses from University of Alaska Fairbanks that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

University of Alaska Fairbanks offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• F-1 and J-1 visa advising, I-20 documentation, and SEVIS compliance through the Office of International Programs and Initiatives (OIPI)

• UAF international merit scholarships and research assistantships available through individual colleges and departments

• Academic tutoring, writing support, and advising through the UAF Academic Advising and Tutoring Center

• On-campus housing in UAF residence halls with dedicated international student orientation facilitated by OIPI

• OPT/CPT guidance, career development, and employer networking through the UAF Career Services office

Some of the rankings of University of Alaska Fairbanks include:

#901-950 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)

#601-800 in the world (Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2026)

Post-study work permit options at University of Alaska Fairbanks in United States depend on your qualification level: all graduates can apply for a post-study work permit for 1 year; STEM graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation..

Note: Work must be in your field of study. Time spent working off campus while studying (i.e. pre-completion OPT) is deducted from this period. You must find work within 90 days