Program Details
Earn an online Master of Arts degree in Arctic and Northern Studies through the University of Alaska Fairbanks. This important and unique degree program focuses on threats to the global environment from climate change to environmental pollution. Concentrations include Arctic Politics and Policy or an individualized focus drawn from research topics including but not limited to:
- Indigenous histories
- Arctic shipping
- Rural water and sanitation access
- Visual culture analysis
Courses are available in completely online and blended formats. Faculty with expertise in history, political science, anthropology, and more help students gain expertise in their fields. Graduates with this degree may find pursuable career paths in the National Parks Service, university administration, information technology, journalism and broadcasting, and other interdisciplinary fields.
% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
University of Alaska Fairbanks is accredited by:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeApplication Requirements
Essay/Writing Sample, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- GRE (only if your undergraduate GPA is less than 3.0)