Academic advising is a vital part of a student's experience at UAF. In fact, academic advising is so important that many UAF programs require degree students to meet with their academic advisor at least once a semester, including the summer semester, before students can register for classes. An academic advisor can assist students in developing an educational plan encompassing both academic and career goals, as well as major and/or minor requirements. Advisors are also able to help build a semester-by-semester study plan to ensure timely graduation. Students can access DegreeWorks through UAOnline to view and track all major and degree requirements. Newly admitted baccalaureate degree students entering UAF with less than 30 credits will be advised by the Academic Advising Center's First Year Program Advisors. All other bachelor's students will meet with either a faculty member from their major or a staff advisor within their school or college. Visit the newly admitted student page for a list of academic advisors' contact information.

The Academic Advising Center on the Troth Yeddha' Campus in Fairbanks helps not only first-year baccalaureate degree students entering UAF with less than 30 credits, but their advisors also serve exploratory studies and pre-major students, as well as students in majors who are exploring other bachelor's degrees. Certificate, associate, vocational and technical program students are advised at the Community and Technical College's Student Advising and Registration Center in downtown Fairbanks. Alaska Native students and students from rural Alaska are encouraged to seek an academic advisor from Rural Student Services in the Brooks Building. Students attending community campuses outside Fairbanks should contact local student services staff for information on registration, deadlines and other policies unique to their campus or region.

Nanook Advising

Nanook Advising offers comprehensive guidance for exploratory studies, pre-major, and first-year bachelor's degree students entering UAF with less than 30 credits. Nanook Advising also serves student-athletes, academically disqualified students, and students considering changing their major. Nanook Advising provides comprehensive academic advising services, including assisting with admissions, registering for classes, explaining academic requirements, and exploring degree options.

Nanook Advising can help students identify their interests, abilities, and learning styles using assessments, inventories, and other tools that guide careers and academic majors. These programs are free for UAF students. 

In cooperation with other departments, Nanook Advising provides students with information about credit for prior learning and meeting requirements for pre-professional academic programs like law, dentistry, architecture, pharmacy, physician assistant, or other pre-professional UAF programs outside of what is offered in Alaska.

Contact Nanook Advising by visiting the 6th floor of the Rasmuson Library, calling 907-474-6396, or emailing uaf-advising@alaska.edu. Specific information for students can be found on the Academic Advising website.

Community and Technical College Student Advising and Registration Center

The Community and Technical College Student Advising and Registration Center provides advising and support for students in associate degrees, certificates and specialized training programs to contribute to a successful learning experience and transition to a career. Staff recognize the unique concerns of adult and returning students as well as traditional students entering college. Academic advisors can help with pre-admission advising, academic assessment, placement, financial aid information and applications, and choosing a major.

The center offers academic support through developmental courses, workshops, classroom presentations, and one-on-one assistance to help students conquer academic hurdles. In addition, advising staff provide personalized career advice based on job market information and students' personal goals. Staff ensures that students have a broad support base as they move from college to their careers.

For more information, contact the Student Advising and Registration Center by visiting the Community and Technical College located at 604 Barnette St., Fairbanks, AK 99701, calling 907-455-2800 or visiting the Student Advising and Registration Center website.

Rural Student Services

Rural Student Services is the vital link between the Troth Yeddha' Campus and rural Alaska communities. RSS provides comprehensive academic advising services, including assisting with admissions, registering for classes, explaining academic requirements, exploring degree options, career advising, financial aid and scholarship resources, student advocacy and cultural programming.

RSS functions as a student support center in the Brooks Building on the UAF Troth Yeddha' Campus in Fairbanks. RSS advisors recognize the unique cultural components of Alaska Native and rural Alaska students at UAF.  

RSS is committed to responding to student needs by providing quality services to Alaska Native and rural students who expend positive effort in the pursuit of higher education and its opportunities. Our comprehensive approach is unique in recognizing students' efforts to develop and maintain academic and personal balance as they contribute to the cultural richness of the University of Alaska Fairbanks and beyond. 

Students who are enrolled at UAF, are Alaska Native, or come from a rural area are encouraged to use RSS's resources and services.

For more information, visit Rural Student Services in the Brooks Building, call 907-474-7871, email uaf-rss@alaska.edu or visit the Rural Student Services website.

International Student Advising

Students from other countries face many situations that American students do not encounter. International students must comply with immigration regulations, adapt to a new and often strange culture, and adjust to the American system of higher education. International student advisors are a liaison between the student and various U.S. immigration agencies. Advisors issue documents so students can apply for visas, help students adjust to UAF, and provide immigration and personal assistance.

For more information, contact International Student and Scholar Services at 907-474-7677, uaf-isss@alaska.edu or at the International Student and Scholar Services website.

Student Support Services

Student Support Services provides UAF bachelor's degree students opportunities for academic development, helps them meet college requirements and motivates them to complete their degree program. SSS addresses the unique challenges faced by students from non-college-going and limited-income backgrounds and supports students experiencing a documented disability by helping them take advantage of academic support resources at UAF. The program is primarily funded by two TRiO grants from the U.S. Department of Education, as well as additional institutional support.

Services include comprehensive advising, tutoring and peer coaching, free printing, first-year learning communities for STEM and non-STEM majors, academic mentoring, cultural and social engagement, laptop and media loans, and a supportive environment where students are valued. Eligible first-year students attending UAF in person are encouraged to apply to the Emerging Scholars Academy or the Emerging STEM Scholars Academy summer bridge program and cohort learning community.

All services are free to eligible students. The program is staffed with College Reading and Learning Association-certified student tutors and offers 24/7 online tutor access.

To receive SSS program services, a student must have an academic need and meet one or more of the following criteria:

• be financially limited according to federal criteria, or
• be a first-generation college student (meaning neither parent has earned a bachelor’s degree from the U.S.), or
• have a documented physical or learning disability.

Participants must also be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, enrolled in at least 9 credit hours, and admitted to and pursuing a bachelor's degree from UAF.

For information, visit Student Support Services in 514 Gruening, call 907-474-6844, email trio.sss@alaska.edu or visit the Student Support Services website for an application.

Tutoring Services

Information about lab hours for all Troth Yeddha' Campus academic support resources and tutoring options is on the UAF Student Success Center website. There is no additional cost for these resources.

• Student Success Center & Academic Tutoring 

  The UAF Student Success Center, located on the 6th floor of the Rasmuson Library, is a one-stop shop to support students in their academic work. Drop-in and appointment-based tutoring is available online and in-person at the Writing Center and the Math and Statistics Lab, which assists with all levels of math offered at UAF. Academic Success Coaches are available to help students with study skills, time and stress management, organization and more. Also located in the Student Success Center are Nanook Advising, Testing Services the research librarian,and satellite offices for Financial Aid and Student Health and Counseling. The center also offers open study spaces and study rooms for individual or group checkout. For more information or help booking an appointment, contact the SSC front desk at 907-474-6396 or email uaf-ssc@alaska.edu.  

• Accounting Lab
  The Accounting Lab provides tutoring services to students enrolled in UAF accounting courses. Located in 217 Bunnell Building, the lab is staffed by accounting graduate students and outstanding undergraduate students. The lab’s schedule changes each semester depending on tutor availability, with the goal of being open five to seven days a week, with a combination of day, evening and weekend hours. For more information, contact the Accounting Program at 907-474-7461.
• Chemistry Learning Center
  For more information, contact the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at 907-474-6287 or visit the Chemistry Learning Center website.
• Global Language Laboratory
  The Language Laboratory, in 609 Gruening, provides assistance in French, Spanish, Japanese, German, and Russian. Language tutors (call for hours), computers, study space, and language-related books are available. The lab is typically open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday during the academic semester. Call the Department of Global Languages and Literatures at 907-474-7396 for tutor hours or more details.

Where To Get More Information

Student Success Center
University of Alaska Fairbanks
6th floor Rasmuson Library, 1734 Tanana Loop
P.O. Box 756400
Fairbanks, AK 99775-6400
Email: Emailuaf-ssc@alaska.edu 
Telephone: 907-474-6396