Denali Mountaineering – Alumni

Denali Mountaineering – Alumni

The highest peak in North America—known as Denali or “Great One” by Alaska Natives—is the site for this expedition designed for qualified NOLS graduates. Denali offers extremely challenging glacier travel and some of the most difficult weather in the world, so this course is one of the most demanding NOLS offers, both physically and mentally. During the course you’ll attempt to climb the West Buttress of the mountain and will be accompanied by senior NOLS Mountaineering instructors.

*Applying for this course online does not guarantee admission* 

Your application will open a mountaineering questionnaire to submit to our review team.  The questionnaire is meant to capture your mountaineering experience, qualifications, and motivations to join us on this expedition. We will begin offering spots for Denali enrollment in early January.

For qualified alumni only.

 

PHY 5

Sleep 5

weather 5

Overall Difficulty*:

Level 5

Heavy packs and sleds, high altitude, harsh conditions, and a short summit window make for a challenging expedition.

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Details

Jun 2, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026

Palmer, AK

Duration

26 days

Age

18+ yrs

Skill Options
Academic Credit

4 College Credits

  • 2 Skills Practicum
  • 2 Risk Assessment

1.5 High School Credits

  • 0.5 Leadership
  • 1 Physical Education

Equipment Deposit

$450

Start/End

Palmer, Alaska

Fly In/Out

Anchorage, Alaska

Financial aid & Scholarships

NOLS supports a variety of outside financial aid options:

  • AmeriCorps
  • 529 College Savings Plans
  • Veteran's Benefits (only for courses fully in the state of Wyoming)