Alaska: University Of Alaska, Fairbanks

Located just 200 miles south of the Arctic Circle, University of Alaska, Fairbanks (Top College No. 414) was established in 1917 as the Alaska Agricultural College and School of Mines. The public research institution has eight colleges and schools that offer 177 degrees and certificates in 117 disciplines.

Some of the most popular majors include biological sciences, mechanical engineering and business administration. UAF is Alaska’s primary research university and conducts more than 90% of the research in the University of Alaska system. The athletic teams are known as the Nanooks. The Division I rifle team has won 10 NCAA National Rifle Championships since 1994.