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$8,640Tuition
4,027Students
37%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$48,866Earnings
#2 in AlaskaPublic4-yearResearch UniversityNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$8,640
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,752
Average Net Price
$9,634
Students Receiving Financial Aid
22.4%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$10,450
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$12,750
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,090
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,291
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$215/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
54.7%
Students Taking Federal Loans
17.7%
Pell Grant Recipients
22.4%

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 $7,494
$30,001 – $48,000 $8,206
$48,001 – $75,000 $9,719
$75,001 – $110,000 $13,515
$110,001+ $16,203

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Cost Overview

Most families at University of Alaska Fairbanks pay far less than the $22,752 out-of-state sticker price. The average net price is $9,634, but it varies dramatically by income. Families earning under $30,000 pay just $7,494 annually, while those making over $110,000 pay $16,203. Over four years, costs range from about $30,000 to $65,000 depending on family income.

The school keeps debt manageable for a research university. Median debt of $20,291 translates to monthly payments around $215. With graduates earning a median of $48,866 ten years out, loan payments represent roughly 5% of income. The 91.2% employment rate suggests most graduates find work quickly in Alaska's specialized economy. In-state students get the best financial deal here, representing 87% of enrollment and paying just $8,640 in tuition before aid.

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