MISSION
Established at the request of the Alaska Federation of Natives, RAHI has been preparing rural and Alaska Native high school students for academic excellence and college success since 1983. Our mission is to empower rural and Alaska Native students to achieve their dreams through higher education.
At RAHI, students take an average of 9 college credits in six weeks and learn how to thrive academically by experiencing life on campus, enhancing self-confidence and discipline, and developing a state-wide community to carry with them throughout their lives. RAHI is offered at no cost to students.
IMPACT
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Rural Alaska Honors Institute Receives Grant Award from The Alaska Community Foundation
March 5, 2025The Rural Alaska Honors Institute (RAHI) at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is honored to announce it has been awarded a grant from The Alaska Community Foundation (ACF).Read article -
RAHI application period opens for summer 2025
January 13, 2025The Rural Alaska Honors Institute is accepting applications for its summer 2025 session.Read article -
College Preparation Program Helps Transition Between Rural High Schools and Urban Colleges
October 1, 2024The Rural Alaska Honors Institute depends on private support and partnerships, with about sixty-percent of program expenses funded by outside donors – including individuals, Alaska Native Corporations and industry partners.Read article -
Rural Alaska Honors Institute will celebrate 42nd graduation
Jul 9, 2024The Rural Alaska Honors Institute will hold its 42nd annual graduation July 11 from 1-2:30 p.m. in Schaible Auditorium on the University of Alaska Fairbanks Troth Yeddha’ Campus.Read article
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January 1, 2025The RAHI application is now open through March 1st. Learn more and apply today!Apply Now
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November 2, 2024You can now get a copy of our brochure here! Feel free to reach out if you'd like a few paper copies sent your way.Read more
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November 2, 2024The RAHI application period is Jan 1 - March 1. You can help us spread the word by sharing our flyer.Read more
Big thank you to our 2025 sponsors! We wouldn't be here without you.