Program Overview

Associate of Arts Program

The Associate of Arts at UAF is a flexible, adaptable program that provides the foundational knowledge and training for a variety of professional pathways. It's also an excellent jumping off point for a bachelor's degree if you plan to pursue additional education.

What is an Associate of Arts Degree?

An Associate of Arts is a two-year liberal arts degree with a broad curriculum that covers disciplines including the arts, humanities and social sciences. Designed as a stepping stone to a bachelor's degree, the curriculum consists of courses that meet baccalaureate general education requirements plus the flexibility to explore specific areas of interest through program electives.

Program Details

• The Associate of Arts degree is available to complete 100% online, providing extra flexibility.
• Gain specialized knowledge and training for living and working in Alaska and the circumpolar North.
• Benefit from individual academic and personal support from expert faculty and advisors who are here to help you succeed.
• Engage in life-long learning while opening opportunities for advancement in entry-level positions.

Earn Your Associate of Arts Online

Experience online learning at UAF. Earn your degree online at the University of Alaska Fairbanks for in-state tuition no matter where you live. Our convenient online programs offer an affordable, high-quality option for students who need to balance education with work and family time. Our virtual classrooms are also designed to connect you with faculty and peers much like the experience of learning face-to-face.

Cost Breakdown

The estimated cost for the Associate of Arts program online based on current rates is $18,390.

Earned Badges for Online Program

QM certifications are valid for five years.

Testimonial

The online Associate of Arts program makes it possible for me to continue my education while raising my newborn son and working full-time in the mental health field. I would not be able to further my college education or advance in my career if it was not for distance learning. The facility and staff are accommodating and helpful. I am receiving a great quality education while managing my personal and professional responsibilities.

Explore Classes in the Associate of Arts Program

Courses for the Associate of Arts degree explore disciplines including communication, the arts, humanities, social sciences, mathematics, natural sciences and library and information research. If you're planning to go on to a bachelor's degree, it's a good idea to select courses that meet general education requirements and courses designated within bachelor's degree majors and minors.

Other Degree Programs to Explore at UAF

• Associate Science
• Associate in Applied Business

Degree Type and Availability

• Degree type: Associate of Arts (A.A.)
• Availability: In-person, Hybrid or Online

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the Alaska Native nations upon whose ancestral lands our six campuses reside. In Fairbanks, our Troth Yeddha' Campus is located on the ancestral lands of the Dena people of the lower Tanana River.

University Policy

The University of Alaska is an equal opportunity/equal access employer and educational institution. The university is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.