Opportunities for Students

The School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences (SPaTS) is excited to support an array of opportunities for SPaTS students.

  • Explore Health Careers

    Uncertain what health careers would be the best fit for you?  Consider online exploration as a first step.

  • Student Clubs

    Dental Hygienists of the Future

    A club designed to advocate and advance the interests of Dental Hygiene students in all academic, personal, and professional aspirations by improving the oral and overall health of UAA and the Anchorage community through leadership and service.

  • Student Scholarships

    UAA School of Preventive & Therapeutic Sciences (SPaTS) Administration Scholarship

    This scholarship is available to UAA students in a SPaTS degree or certificate program.  It is awarded three-times annually for the Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters. 

    Eligibility Information - Applicant must meet the following requirements:

    • Be admitted to UAA in a SPaTS program of study as a full major.
    • Be enrolled in a minimum of three credits leading to a degree or certificate in an SPaTS program.
    • At the time of application have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduate programs, a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 for undergraduate or a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 for administrative waiver undergraduate. 
    • Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
    • Submit application with all requested information by 5 p.m. AKST on November 22, 2024. No late applications will be accepted.

    Second Chance Scholarship

    This scholarship is designed to offer a second chance to non-traditional undergraduate students who are pursuing their educational goals in a SPaTS field of study at UAA. 

    Eligibility Information - Applicant must meet the following requirements:

    • Be admitted to UAA in an undergraduate SPaTS program of study as a full major.
    • Be enrolled in a minimum of three credits leading to a degree or certificate in a SPaTS program.
    • Be an 熊猫在线视频 resident.
    • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 at the time of application. 
    • Demonstrate financial need.
    • Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
    • Submit an application packet with all requested information by 5 p.m. on April 22, 2024. No late applications will be accepted.
    Applications are now closed. Please check back.