Education Abroad
Where Do You Want to Go?
UAA offers hundreds of education abroad opportunities for students, including study abroad programs through third party providers, international student exchange programs, international internship programs, faculty-led programs, and more! Students have the opportunity to earn UAA credit abroad that can apply to your degree program. Whether you go for a few weeks, a semester, or a year, there's a program that's just right for you! You can even go on more than one program! While some programs do have foreign language requirements, many others are taught in English and/or offer beginning-level language courses. Costs depend on the program and location, but you can use most financial aid on program costs and there are lots of scholarships opportunities available.
Getting Started
Eligibility Requirements
All students applying to Education Abroad programs through UAA must fulfill minimum eligibility requirements. A student must:
- Be a degree-seeking student at UAA (working towards a Certificate, Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD, for example; you do not need to have a declared major)
- Complete the equivalent of 2 full-time semesters (24 credits total) at UAA before the first semester abroad
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 when application is due (Exchange programs require a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0)
- Good academic, disciplinary, and financial standing at UAA
Discover My Options
UAA offers hundreds of education abroad opportunities for students, including study abroad programs hosted through affiliate partners, international exchange programs, international internship programs, faculty-led programs, and more! Students have the opportunity to earn UAA credit abroad that can apply to your degree program. Choose from summer, semester or year-long programs.
Meet Your Education Abroad Coordinator!
We encourage you to set up an appointment with our office to get one-on-one advising. We can help you determine which options are the best for you and help you explore those options more in-depth.
Mara James, Education Abroad Coordinator
Phone: 907-786-1720
Email: uaa_oiia@alaska.edu