Cheapest Registered Nursing Colleges in Alaska

Alaska's nursing education costs create a dramatic 249% gap between the cheapest and most expensive options. University of Alaska Southeast offers the lowest net price at $7,233, while Charter College reaches $25,225 annually. This price variation matters significantly for future nurses entering Alaska's healthcare system, where major medical centers like Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Native Medical Center face ongoing staffing challenges across remote communities. The state's unique geography demands nurses capable of handling everything from routine care to emergency medical situations in isolated locations.

Programs

$7,233 – $25,225

Net Price Range

$72,101

Avg. Program Earnings

40.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, Alaska	$7,233	$6,960	31.0%	62.7%
2	University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, Alaska	$9,634	$8,640	36.7%
3	University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, Alaska	$13,780	$7,566	28.9%	65.3%
4	Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, Alaska	$18,976	$20,760	46.9%	99.3%
5	Charter College Anchorage, Alaska	$25,225	$18,678	57.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Alaska Southeast the most affordable nursing option?

University of Alaska Southeast charges just $7,233 in net costs, nearly $2,400 less than the next cheapest option at University of Alaska Fairbanks. The school maintains a 62.66% acceptance rate while keeping in-state tuition at $6,960, making it accessible for Alaska residents entering nursing careers.

How do graduation rates compare across Alaska's nursing programs?

Charter College leads with a 57.50% graduation rate despite being the most expensive option. Alaska Pacific University follows at 46.90%, while the University of Alaska system schools range from 28.90% to 36.70% graduation rates.

Is the earning potential worth the investment for Alaska nursing graduates?

University of Alaska Anchorage graduates earn $72,101 annually with median debt of $20,834. This creates a favorable debt-to-income ratio of roughly 29%, well below the recommended 40% threshold for manageable student loan payments.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.