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UAF is committed to all veterans and military students—active duty, reserve, guard, separated and retired—as well as their dependents who are exploring UAF's academic opportunities. Staff members in Department of Military and Veterans' Services, Financial Aid, Admissions, and Career Services are here to help you with any challenges you encounter while working in or transitioning from a military to an academic environment.

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Attn: Deploying Soldiers

To thank you for your service, the University of Alaska Fairbanks wants to offer you a low-cost, high-quality education.


For Ft. Wainwright active duty and Alaska National Guard servicemembers who are currently deployed or deploying in support of a named operation, UAF will cover:

  • all course fees for the fall 2019 and spring 2020 semesters
  • the application fee
With your tuition assistance benefit, that means you’ll pay almost nothing out of pocket.
Expenses Costs
Application Fee $50 Waived
Course Fees: $407* Covered by UAF
Tuition $1,338* Covered by TA
Out-of-Pocket $0

*Based on six 100- or 200-level credit hours. Additional program-specific fees may apply. 300- and 400-level courses will incur additional charges not covered by TA benefits.

Here's how:

  • Fill out UAF’s online application and use the application code UAFARCTICWARRIOR on the payment page.
  • Download and fill out a deployment verification form (PDF) and have it signed by your:
    • Platoon Leader,
    • Company Commander, or
    • Battalion Commander (only one signature is necessary)
  • Submit the deployment verification form to the Department of Military and Veteran Services (DMVS) at uaf-veterans@alaska.edu or at the DMVS office in Eielson Building suite 104.  

Questions?

Contact the Department of Military and Veteran Services at 474-7400, uaf-veterans@alaska.edu or Eielson Building 104 on the Fairbanks campus. 

  Download Covered Feeds Handout (PDF)

 

Military academic programs

Did you know that UAF offers minors and degree programs for students with military backgrounds? 

Department of Military & Veteran Services

The UAF DMVS assists veterans, service members, and eligible dependents with paperwork for degree and certificate programs. As a liaison with the Department of Veterans Affairs, the School Certifying Official monitors the academic progress of eligible students in compliance with Title 38, Code of Federal Regulations

Avoid late BAH payments and school late fees! Initiate your VA paperwork 60-90 days prior to your school start date.

How to Apply for VA Benefits

Contacts

Fort Wainwright:

Ramona McAfee

You can visit Ramona McAfee at UAF's office in the Army Education Center on Fort Wainwright.

Eielson Air Force Base:

Elaine Martin

You can visit Elaine Martin at UAF's office in the Education Center on Eielson Air Force Base.

On the web:

For more information about the services and support UAF provides at Fort Wainwright and Eielson Air Force Base, see the Northern Military Programs website.

Dept. of Military and Veterans Services:

Jackie Morton

Director, Department of Military and Veteran Services

Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

Dept. of Military and Veterans Services:

Luke Notman

Advisor (last names A-L), Department of Military and Veteran Services

Make an appointment

Dept. of Military and Veterans Services:

Cara Highs

Advisor (last names M-z), Department of Military and Veteran Services 

Make an appointment

In the Office of Admissions:

Anna Gagne-Hawes

Associate Director of Admissions for Recruitment