Through the UAS Exchange and Study Away Office, students can pursue academic opportunities at over 500 universities in the U.S. and in more than 75 countries worldwide. Programs are available for a semester, full academic year, summer, or as internships, and can be tailored to support students’ academic and personal goals. All eligible students are encouraged to explore and apply.

Students interested in study away programs should meet with the Study Away Program Coordinator and complete the UAS internal application. Students are encouraged to start planning at least one year before they intend to participate. Application deadlines are typically early in the semester before the program begins—for example, September for spring programs, and February for fall, summer, and year-long programs.

UAS Study Away Eligibility Requirements: 

• Be a degree-seeking student at UAS working towards a certificate, associate, or bachelor’s program.

• Be enrolled full-time at UAS the semester before your study away program.

• Complete at least two full-time semesters (enrolled in 12 credits or more) as a degree-seeking student before the first semester away.

• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 when application is due and a minimum 2.5 semester GPA the semester before your study away program.

• Have no incomplete (I) grades on your transcript.

• Have good academic, behavioral, and financial standing at UAS, and no disciplinary probation status within a year of departure. 
  
   

*Please note that program costs and eligibility vary by location, and students may have the option to participate under either a home or host institution payment plan. Placement is not guaranteed and is contingent upon meeting requirements of both UAS and the host institution or program partner. Financial aid—including scholarships, loans, and grants—may be applied toward study away programs. Exceptions to minimum eligibility requirements may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with the Study Away Coordinator prior to submitting an application; failure to do so may limit UAS' ability to support the academic exchange.  

Alaska residents maintain their residency status while participating in an exchange as registered UAS students, and, in most cases, should continue to qualify for the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD). Students with questions regarding PFD eligibility should contact their local state office directly. 

For more information on exchange and study abroad opportunities, visit uas.alaska.edu/exchanges, contact the Exchange and Study Away office by phone at the Student Resource Center (907) 796-6000, or email uas.studyaway@alaska.edu.