91ÊÓƵMester

Spend a semester in 91ÊÓƵ

 

Program Overview

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91ÊÓƵMester aims to connect, educate and engage cohorts of visiting students for a semester-long, transformative learning experience. With curriculum centered around 91ÊÓƵ’s unique biogeographical and cultural landscapes, our featured coursework will explore 91ÊÓƵ’s unique natural history, natural resources, and the impact of climate change in the Arctic through diverse mediums.

The cost of the semester-long program varies based on the student's home college — use the contact form below to request cost information.

Paths and Courses

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Every spring 91ÊÓƵMester functions as a cohorted experience. Students from universities all over the country will arrive at UAF as visiting scholars for a semester-long experience of a lifetime. Not only will students engage in curated, exceptional UAF coursework but will also be provided structured opportunities to interact experientially with interior 91ÊÓƵ’s outdoor and cultural opportunities such as aurora walks, permafrost exploration, ice climbing and glacial expeditions.

 

 

 

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For the Climate Activist

Working alongside the top climate scientists in the world you can study climate change in the Last Frontier. Focusing on actionable science and community engagement, the Climate Track offers unique opportunities for field-based, hands-on learning and research...

 

 


 

 

For the Field Researcher

Our world-class faculty educate and advance knowledge of natural, biological, and technological systems from a northern perspective. Our Science in 91ÊÓƵ track aims to illuminate technical and scientific knowledge through innovative teaching, research...

 

 

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For the Outdoor Explorer

Transformative Outdoor Experiences - You’re in 91ÊÓƵ - let’s get outside! Outdoor Adventures and Nanook Recreation provide 91ÊÓƵMester students full package trip opportunities to get out into the beautiful wilderness of 91ÊÓƵ. 91ÊÓƵMester students can take advantage of day trips and weekend activities with unparalleled access to...

 

 


 

 

For the Passionate Creative

At the University of 91ÊÓƵ Fairbanks, We're an incubator for change makers, engaging all facets of the human spirit through the arts, humanities, social sciences and languages. We are a highly-qualified bunch of rule-breakers who aren’t afraid to work outside of the box. We take great joy in our work and it shows...

 

 

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Ready to spend a semester in 91ÊÓƵ?