University of Alaska Fairbanks
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is a leading public research university located in Fairbanks, Alaska, USA. Established in 1917, it is the flagship institution of the University of Alaska system and the state’s primary doctoral-granting university. UAF operates multiple campuses across Alaska and offers over 150 undergraduate, postgraduate, and certificate programs across fields such as engineering, environmental science, business, and the arts.
The university is especially known for its strong focus on Arctic research, environmental studies, geophysics, and natural sciences due to its unique geographic location. It contributes a major share of research output within the University of Alaska system.
🌍 Ranking Details (2026)
UAF is ranked by several global ranking organizations. Key rankings include:
Global Rankings
- QS World University Rankings 2026: #901–950
- Times Higher Education (THE) 2026: #601–800
- EduRank 2026:
- #586 in the world
- #182 in the United States
- #1 in Alaska
National & Category Rankings (U.S.)
- Best Colleges in America: #329
- Top Public Universities: #147
- Best Online Colleges: #22
These rankings highlight UAF as a solid mid-tier global university with strong subject-specific performance, especially in environmental and earth sciences.
