University of Alaska Fairbanks | Undergraduate Program

International Undergraduate Programs

In collaboration with University of Alaska Fairbanks, Shorelight is working to provide international-friendly admission and enrollment processes for the university's existing program suite, driven by the goal of providing a world-class, supportive, and personalized experience.

Important Dates

Spring 2026

Application Deadline	September 1, 2025
I-20 Transfer Deadline	January 20, 2026
Payment Deadline	December 30, 2025
Arrival & Mandatory Check-in Date	January 13, 2026

Stories

This photo shows a research facility at a Carnegie R1 Research University in the US.

Top Universities in the USA: What Is an R1 Classification?

R1 universities are top-tier research institutions in the United States, recognized for their research initiatives and innovation. Here is everything you need to know about the Carnegie R1 designation when applying to top universities in the USA.

A few from behind four students as they walk down a marble hallway, discussing private universities vs public universities in USA as they prepare to apply to university.

Private Universities vs Public Universities: What’s the Difference?

The difference between American public and private universities may not be obvious at first. If you are an international student planning to study in the US, here is what you need to know.

What is bachelor degree? A bachelor degree means you've earned a four-year university certification. After deciding between a ba vs bs, and understanding what is a bs degree, six international student graduates who earned a ba degree or a bs degree stand in a row and hold their rolled up diplomas tied with red ribbon. Get a list of bachelor degrees at international friendly universities from a Shorelight advisor.

What a Bachelor Degree Means in the US: A Comprehensive Guide

Find out what it takes to get a bachelor’s degree in the US and how it can help set you up for career success.