Students who have an interest in marine science might want to take a look at this program through the University of Alaska Southeast. The Associates of Science program is offered entirely online with scholarships and travel reimbursement available for optional lab classes in Sitka. Internships are facilitated in student's local communities. There are also live viewings of classes available for students to "sit in" on if they are interested. In addition to the Associates degree, there are certificates and occupational endorsements in Fisheries Technology.

For further information,  click here to be linked to their website.

The University of Alaska Foundation offers more than $2 million in scholarship awards annually, making higher education possible for any student who seeks it. Scholarships are available to students attending any campus of the University of Alaska (Anchorage, Fairbanks, Southeast and all community campuses). Many options are available, with hundreds of students receiving awards based on merit, financial need, outstanding achievement in specialized fields, or any combination of these criteria. 

Since most scholarships are awarded early in the spring of each academic year, applications must be received by February 15th, to be considered for most scholarships. Any applications received through July 15, will be used for any late awarded scholarships or any new scholarship that may open up. Click here for more information.

UAF is hosting Inside Out, their free, campus preview day on October 11th from 8:00am - 3:30pm. Spend the day getting to know the opportunities and inspiration that await students by attending a sample class, touring campus, checking out the dorm and dining options, and meeting with current students, faculty, and staff. For the first time, we're offering on-the-spot admissions (and waiving the application fee) for seniors in attendance. To register for the event and learn more, visit: http://www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/inside-out/

Mary Kreta
Director of Recruitment
Office of Admissions and the Registrar
University of Alaska Fairbanks
102 Signers’ Hall
PO Box 757480
Fairbanks AK 99775
907-474-6231
www.uaf.edu/admissions

ANSEP (Alaska Native Science Engineering Program) Summer Bridge is aimed at recent high school graduates who will be attending the University of Alaska (UA) in the fall. The Summer Bridge was started at the University of Washington in the mid nineties as a way to mitigate some of the problems Indigenous students had due to poor math preparation as well as issues related to career awareness and transitioning to the University from rural communities.Click here for more information.  Applications may still be accepted; contact the program if you are interested.

PWSCC has a variety of scholarships available to you!  As deadlines vary, please click here to find all the information you will need.  In particular, take note of the following scholarship:

REGIONAL High School Graduate Award Recognizes scholastic achievement and civic involvement of recent area high school graduates (Valdez, Cordova, Glennallen, Kenny Lake, and Slana High Schools). Scholarship is awarded in May to high school seniors who enroll at PWSCC the following Fall semester.  The deadline for this scholarship is May 15th.

The Rural Alaska Honors Institute (RAHI) is a six-week summer bridging program that assists students in making the academic and social transition between high school and college. RAHI is for college-bound juniors and seniors who are willing to work hard and learn first-hand what it takes to succeed in college. Dates are May 28-July 12.  Click here for more information.  Deadline is March 1st.

Students come from all over Alaska. Here are the minimum requirements:

• Alaska Native or rural Alaskan
• High school junior or senior
• 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
• Able to read at or above grade level
• Committed to earning a college degree

Are you considering a possible career in education? If so, you MUST check out this amazing scholarship resource site for future educators! Thanks to FEA (Future Educators of Alaska) for making the list available!

Some of the deadlines may be coming up soon, so be sure to check out the list at your earliest convenience!

Students planning to attend a public university or training program in AK may be eligible for an Alaska Performance Scholarship, worth up to $4,755 per year, depending on the courses you have taken, your test scores, and overall GPA! For more information about your eligibility, visit the APS website or check with Mr. Lorence.

Students planning to  attend UAA, UAF, or UA Southeast (UAS): Note that there is a 2/15 
scholarship deadline!  You must have applied for admission, submitted  your
FAFSA, and complete the scholarship application by this date. 
For  more information:  
UAF - www.uaf.edu/finaid/scholarships/  
UAS -www.uas.alaska.edu/finaid/scholarships/
UAA - www.uaa.alaska.edu/scholarships/