At the Student Health and Counseling Center, students may receive health care, counseling, substance abuse referrals, health education and assistance with student health insurance. Students must be currently active, taking classes and have paid the UA consolidated fee to be eligible for these services. Medical and counseling appointments can be attended in person or over a confidential telehealth secure platform.  

The medical staff provides primary health care and referrals for specialty medical services when appropriate. General office visits for preventive care, illness and injury are provided. Medications, laboratory services, medical supplies and some physical examinations are provided at reduced cost. Students should call for appointments. Urgent care appointments are available when necessary.

The counseling staff offers individual, group and crisis intervention counseling. Counselors, all with graduate-level training, assist with a variety of personal and interpersonal issues. Students should call to schedule appointments. Students in emergency situations are usually seen on the same day.

The student health insurance program for international and graduate students on a stipend is administered through the Student Health and Counseling Center. Staff are available to answer questions about policy coverage and to help with information about how to file claims.

Where To Get More Information

Student Health and Counseling Center
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Room 206 Whitaker Building, 1007 N. Chandalar Drive
P.O. Box 755580
Fairbanks, AK 99775-5580
Email: uaf-sh-cc@alaska.edu
Telephone: 907-474-7043
Fax: 888-837-2146