A Message to UA Scholars:

Your academic performance in high school has distinguished you as one of the very best students in your class and in Alaska. We are honored to recognize your merit with the UA Scholars Award. Great things are in store for you and your fellow Scholars in the University of Alaska system. We encourage you to secure your $12,000 scholarship by applying to any of our three universities. The application is FREE for UA Scholars using the code: UASCHOLARS2023. The extended deadline to apply is August 15, 2023.

University of Alaska Anchorage
University of Alaska Fairbanks
University of Alaska Southeast

Congratulations Class of 2023!

As your high school graduation approaches, I want to congratulate you one more time on your hard work and distinction as a UA Scholar. To honor you and the class of 2023 UA Scholars, please view the digital annual circular, distributed in major newspapers throughout Alaska around May 14, 2023.

 

 

UA Scholars Success Stories

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UA Scholars from all over Alaska are making a difference in their communities. They come from diverse backgrounds and have a wide range of interests, but they are all united by their passion for learning and their desire to make Alaska a better place. Read their stories and learn more about the impact they are having. You may just find someone who inspires you to follow your dreams.

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Award Overview

The UA Scholars Award is a $12,000 scholarship awarded to students in the top ten percent of their Alaska high school class at the end of the junior year. The Award may be used toward the cost of attendance at any location within the University of Alaska system. 

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Program Information Booklet

The UA Scholars Program Information Booklet is a handbook for students, parents, and school officials, detailing all of the requirements of the Award. Be sure to read the entire document to gain a complete understanding of the Program!

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High School Administrators

Each eligible high school in Alaska is responsible for notifying the UA Scholars Program about the students who qualify for the UA Scholars Award through the "Designation Process" which takes place from May 1 - October 1 each year. 

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Important Dates

October
FAFSA filing period opens October 1

November-December
The outstanding academic achievements of the UA Scholars are recognized at multiple events around the state. More info about recognition events 

February 
University of Alaska Foundation scholarships application deadline is February 15

May
UA Scholar Award deadline to apply for University of Alaska Admissions is May 1

 

 

 

Quick Facts

Millions Awarded

UA has paid $70 million in scholarship awards through the UA Scholars program.

First Generation

An estimated 4,000 UA Scholars reported they were the first in their family to attend college.

Graduation Rate

UA Scholars' 6-year graduation rate is nearly double the graduation rate of all first-time students.

Degrees Awarded

Over the years, more than 7,050 degrees and certificates have been awarded to UA Scholars.

Thousands Benefit

More than 8,900 students have benefited from the UA Scholars Program.

Remaining in Alaska

UA now attracts an average of 39% of Alaska's top high school graduates, compared to 10% before the program started.

 

MANY TRADITIONS ONE ALASKA

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The University of Alaska is a land-, sea- and space-grant system of higher education established in 1917.

The UA system's three universities (UAA, UAF and UAS) are separately accredited institutions with campuses and extended learning centers across the State of Alaska.