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University of Alaska Fairbanks

Public Fairbanks, AK · Urban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
35%
Graduation Rate
$48,866
Earnings (10yr)
$10,892
Net Price
4,207
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Overview

The University of Alaska Fairbanks has a net price of $10,892, making it an affordable option for students seeking a public education in a unique setting. With an enrollment of about 4,207, it offers a more intimate campus experience compared to larger institutions.

Graduates earn an average of $48,866 ten years after starting their program. While the graduation rate stands at 35%, the data from Opportunity Insights indicates that the university serves a diverse student body, including those from low-income backgrounds, with 22% of students receiving Pell Grants. This suggests that while outcomes may vary, many students have opportunities for upward economic mobility after graduation.

Students who thrive here are often those interested in specialized fields like Business, Health Professions, and Criminal Justice. The university's location in Fairbanks provides a unique environment for those who appreciate outdoor activities and a tight-knit community. While student debt averages around $20,291, graduates can find pathways to stable careers in several of the university's top programs.

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation35%Earnings 10yr$49KNet Price$11KRetention74%Median Debt$20KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$18K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$8,736
In-State Tuition
$22,320
Out-of-State
$10,892
Avg Net Price
$20,291
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
17%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,992
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,065
Family Income $30K–$48K
$11,323
Family Income $48K–$75K
$17,512
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$40,746
6 Years After Entry
$46,319
8 Years
$48,866
10 Years
0.42x
Debt-to-Earnings
60%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$40,746 6yr $46,319 8yr $48,866 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.49
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
11.6%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 74%
ACT Midpoint 22
Full-Time Faculty 62%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,444
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 40%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 14%
Humanities 7%
Health Professions 7%
Criminal Justice 5%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 5%
Engineering 5%
Psychology 5%
Biology & Biomedical 5%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Far West
Accreditor Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
59%
White
53%
Hispanic
10%
Black
3%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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