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University of Alaska Fairbanks
(UAF)
Part of University of Alaska System
About
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is a public land-, sea-, and space-grant research university in College, Alaska, United States, a suburb of Fairbanks. It is the flagship campus of the University of Alaska system. UAF was established in 1917 and opened for classes in 1922. Originally named the Alaska Agricultural College and School of Mines, it became the University of Alaska in 1935. Fairbanks-...
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is a public land-, sea-, and space-grant research university in College, Alaska, United States, a suburb of Fairbanks. It is the flagship campus of the University of Alaska system. UAF was established in 1917 and opened for classes in 1922. Originally named the Alaska Agricultural College and School of Mines, it became the University of Alaska in 1935. Fairbanks-based programs became the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 1975.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 601 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 24 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 2,895
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 8.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 6%
- Female : Male
- 56 : 44
- Staff
- 2,202
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanography | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Remote Sensing | 76-100 | - | 2019 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Geography | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Ecology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
US News
6 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences | 63 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Marine and Freshwater Biology | 93 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | 120 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Ecology | =215 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =262 | 40.8 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =507 | 40.8 | 2026 |
QS
6 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Archaeology | 151-200 | - | 2021 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 201-250 | - | 2024 |
| Geology | 201-240 | - | 2024 |
| Geophysics | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2021 |
THE
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Sciences | 401–500 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 501–600 | 35.5 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 501–600 | 31.7 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 601–800 | 31.6 | 2026 |
Organization Structure
Related unitsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Alaska Fairbanks?
University of Alaska Fairbanks's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 901-950, THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =998.
When was University of Alaska Fairbanks founded?
University of Alaska Fairbanks was founded in 1917.
What are the top subjects at University of Alaska Fairbanks?
Top subjects at University of Alaska Fairbanks include: Oceanography, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences, Remote Sensing, Marine and Freshwater Biology.
Where is University of Alaska Fairbanks located?
University of Alaska Fairbanks is located in Fairbanks, United States.