About College & Education for Women
Education resources for women include FAFSA-based federal aid (Pell Grants up to ~$7,000/year), the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Title IX protections against sex discrimination on campus, and dedicated single-mother scholarships through the Jeannette Rankin Foundation, Soroptimist Live Your Dream Awards, and Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation. Community colleges offer low-cost two-year degrees and trade certificates, often with CCAMPIS-grant subsidized on-campus childcare. AAUW funds career development grants and fellowships for women. GED and HiSET programs run through state adult education offices, usually free. This directory covers FAFSA offices, community colleges, adult education, and women's scholarships.
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The University of Alaska System comprises three universities and multiple community campuses serving women across Alaska with undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible scheduling options are available. Call 907-450-8000 or visit alaska.edu to explore degree programs and admissions requirements. UA campuses also host adult education, workforce development, and continuing education programs for women returning to school.
907-450-8000 · 202 Butrovich Bldg, Fairbanks, AK 99775 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
The University of Alaska Anchorage is the largest university in Alaska, offering associate, bachelor, and master degree programs across business, health sciences, education, engineering, and the arts. Located at 3211 Providence Dr, Anchorage. Call 907-786-1800 or visit uaa.alaska.edu for admissions and financial aid. UAA offers evening and hybrid classes for working women, an on-campus childcare center, and women's resource programs.
907-786-1800 · 3211 Providence Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is a research-intensive university offering bachelor through doctoral programs in engineering, natural resources, indigenous studies, sciences, and the arts. Located at 505 S Chandalar Dr, Fairbanks. Call 907-474-7211 or visit uaf.edu for admissions, financial aid, and scholarship information. UAF offers distance education options for women in rural Alaska and has robust Alaska Native studies programs.
907-474-7211 · 505 S Chandalar Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99775 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
The University of Alaska Southeast serves students in Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan with associate through master degree programs in business, education, liberal arts, and career-technical programs. Located at 11066 Auke Lake Way, Juneau. Call 907-796-6100 or visit uas.alaska.edu for admissions and financial aid. UAS emphasizes flexible scheduling and online options suited for working women and those in remote southeast Alaska communities.
907-796-6100 · 11066 Auke Lake Way, Juneau, AK 99801 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Kenai Peninsula College at 156 College Rd, Soldotna is a community campus of UAA offering associate degrees, certificate programs, workforce training, and university transfer courses for women on the Kenai Peninsula. Call 907-262-0300 or visit kpc.alaska.edu for program and enrollment information. Financial aid and Pell Grants available. KPC offers career-technical programs in healthcare, business, and trades suited for women entering or returning to the workforce.
907-262-0300 · 156 College Rd, Soldotna, AK 99669 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Mat-Su College at 8295 College Dr, Palmer is a community campus of UAA serving women in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley with associate degrees, certificate programs, and university transfer courses. Call 907-745-9774 or visit matsu.alaska.edu for admissions and program details. Offers flexible scheduling, online options, and career-technical programs in fields including healthcare, business, and public service. Financial aid available for qualifying students.
907-745-9774 · 8295 College Dr, Palmer, AK 99645 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov to access Pell Grants, federal loans, and work-study programs for Alaska colleges and universities. Call 800-433-3243 for FAFSA assistance. Alaska students may also qualify for the Alaska Performance Scholarship and university-specific grants. Complete FAFSA as early as possible after October 1 each year. No cost to apply. Income-qualifying students may receive grants that do not need to be repaid.
800-433-3243 · Online Service · Online 24/7 · Visit Website
The Alaska Performance Scholarship provides merit-based awards for Alaska high school graduates attending eligible Alaska colleges or universities. Awards range from $500 to $4,755 per year depending on GPA and SAT/ACT scores. Visit acpe.alaska.gov or call 907-465-2962 for eligibility requirements and application information. Students must have graduated from an Alaska high school and meet minimum GPA and test score thresholds. Free to apply through your high school counselor.
907-465-2962 · Juneau, AK · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Alaska's adult education program offers free GED preparation, adult basic education, and English as a Second Language instruction at locations statewide. Call 907-465-8730 or visit education.alaska.gov to find your nearest adult education program. Classes are free. Women who did not finish high school can earn a high school equivalency credential that qualifies them for jobs, military service, and college enrollment. Bring ID to your first class.
907-465-8730 · Statewide Locations · Varies by location · Visit Website
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov is the required form for accessing federal Pell Grants (up to $7,395/year), subsidized loans, and work-study programs. Complete the FAFSA beginning October 1 for the next academic year. No cost to apply. Income-qualifying women may receive grants that do not require repayment. Use the FAFSA aid estimator to preview your expected award before enrolling. Available in English and Spanish.
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The Federal Pell Grant provides need-based financial aid of up to $7,395 per academic year for undergraduate students from low-income households. Apply through the FAFSA at studentaid.gov. Pell Grants do not need to be repaid. Eligibility is based on expected family contribution, enrollment status, and cost of attendance. Women enrolled at least half-time may qualify. Pell Grants can be combined with state grants and scholarships for maximum aid.
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The American Association of University Women (AAUW) offers fellowships and grants specifically for women pursuing degrees at the graduate and postdoctoral level, including the AAUW American Fellowship, International Fellowship, and Career Development Grant for women returning to school. Visit aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants for eligibility criteria and application deadlines. Awards range from ,000 to