University of Alaska Fairbanks
About University of Alaska Fairbanks
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UAF is a public research university in Fairbanks, Alaska. It is the flagship campus of the University of Alaska system and is known for its arctic and climate research, geophysics, and wildlife biology programs.
Founded
1917
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska
Students
5,273
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,736
Out-of-state: $22,320
Avg Net Price
$10,892
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$48,866
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Jun 15
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Average: 22 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
38% complete their degree within six years
Retention
74.1%
4-Year Grad
26%
6-Year Grad
44%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
61.5%
$/Student
$19.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 26% graduation rate is below average, but 74.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,736
In-State
$22,320
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,590
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,407
After Financial Aid
$10,892
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,992
Receive Grants
22.4%
Take Loans
16.6%
The full cost of attendance is about $22,407/yr for in-state students, including $10,590 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,892. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $22,320.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Alaska Fairbanks fund their education.
While in School
22.4%
Get Grants
Free money
16.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,967
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,291
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$215/mo
Monthly Payment
0.1%
LowDefault Rate
Only 16.6% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,291. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Gender
60%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,207
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,066
Graduates
39.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
39.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 39.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
4,207
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Alaska Fairbanks fields 6 varsity teams with 146 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Northwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Cross Country
Student Athletes
146
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
75
Men
71
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Alaska Fairbanksearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,866
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$47K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$39K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Homeland Security
—
32 grads
Biology, General
$31K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$48K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $49K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.