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Students globally choose UAF for its petroleum engineering studies. As Alaska's sole ABET-accredited program of this nature, it stands unique in the United States by focusing on Arctic-specific challenges. This specialization provides our graduates a significant advantage with employers in Alaska and across northern regions. UAF's petroleum engineering program immerses you in the nation's energy frontier, offering unparalleled research, practical learning, and career prospects. Benefit from personalized mentorship by distinguished faculty experts who maintain an open-door policy and address you by name. Our history of cultivating industry leaders is strong, with over 98% of bachelor's graduates securing permanent roles in the oil sector or advancing to graduate studies.