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 pay the Fairbanks consolidated fee to be eligible for these services.

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 at no charge. 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.

The Student Health and Counseling Center is located on the second floor of the Whitaker Building. For more information and current hours, call 907-474-7043, fax 907-474-5777, email uaf-sh-cc@alaska.edu or visit the Student Health and Counseling Center website.