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65.3%Acceptance
$7,566Tuition
6,916Students
29%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$51,871Earnings
#6 in AlaskaPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test BlindNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$7,566
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,693
Average Net Price
$13,780
Students Receiving Financial Aid
19.1%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$12,412
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$15,648
Books & Supplies
$720
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,698
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,210
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$214/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
54.8%
Students Taking Federal Loans
14.9%
Pell Grant Recipients
19.1%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $11,436
$30,001 – $48,000 $11,993
$48,001 – $75,000 $13,543
$75,001 – $110,000 $18,947
$110,001+ $19,563

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Cost Overview

Families earning under $30,000 pay just $11,436 annually at UAA, while those making over $110,000 face $19,563 per year. The university keeps costs manageable for most Alaska residents, who make up 92% of students and benefit from in-state tuition rates. Over four years, total expenses range from roughly $46,000 to $78,000 depending on family income.

Graduates leave with a median debt of $20,210, translating to monthly payments around $214. With median earnings hitting $51,871 ten years after graduation, that debt load stays reasonable for most career paths. Only 15% of students take federal loans, suggesting many families can cover costs without heavy borrowing. The 54% loan repayment rate reflects Alaska's unique economy and job market challenges.

In-state students from working-class families get the best financial deal here, especially those pursuing careers in Alaska's key industries like healthcare, engineering, and natural resources.

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