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 °µÍøÊÓÆµand the Anchorage community through leadership and service.

  • Student Scholarships

    °µÍøÊÓÆµSchool of Preventive & Therapeutic Sciences (SPaTS) Administration Scholarship

    This scholarship is available to °µÍøÊÓÆµstudents 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 °µÍøÊÓÆµin 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 March 7, 2025. No late applications will be accepted.
    Applications are now closed. Please check back at a later date.

    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 °µÍøÊÓÆµin 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 Alaska 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 March 7, 2025. No late applications will be accepted.
    Applications are now closed. Please check back at a later date.