About The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF)
Type
Public
4 Years
Student Population
7,404
Website
www.uaf.eduAccreditation
NWCCU
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
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Rankings
The ranking of a particular university helps a student decide where to apply, which is always a tough decision. University of Alaska Fairbanks has been ranked at the 574th position among other universities by Forbes. It is to be noted that Forbes decides on the rankings of the university based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.
Admissions
Application Deadline
None
Acceptance Rate
76%
SAT Range
1050 - 1270
ACT Range
18 - 25
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
None
Admission to the university is fairly easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. The varsity has 3 admission thresholds. The admission process starts by filling up the form and submitting a fee of $50. As per the past trends, the SAT score of a student must lie in the range of 1030-1280 to improve her chances. Notably, students securing ACT score less than 17 might also given admission but the average ACT score at University of Alaska Fairbanks is 21. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 1731 South Chandalar Drive, Fairbanks, Alaska 99775. They can also call them at (907) 474-7034.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$10,458
Average Annual Cost
$5,088
Books And Supplies
$2,000
Other Fees
$1,569
Room And Board
$8,974
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,650
Total One Year Cost
$20,281
Before applying to UAF, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The full-time cost of attendance is approximately $30,843 per year. For students seeking financial assistance, the university offers a number of options.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
73%
Part-Time Retention Rate
61%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$40,212
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Business Administration, Management...
94 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
77 Graduates
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Tech...
65 Graduates
Biology, General
54 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
39 Graduates
Homeland Security
39 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
37 Graduates
Culinary Arts and Related Services
36 Graduates
Mechanical Engineering
36 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
34 Graduates
Public Health
34 Graduates
Fire Protection
31 Graduates
Industrial Production Technologies/...
31 Graduates
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursi...
31 Graduates
Allied Health and Medical Assisting...
28 Graduates
Community Organization and Advocacy
28 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
28 Graduates
Psychology, General
27 Graduates
Civil Engineering
25 Graduates
Mental and Social Health Services a...
23 Graduates
Health and Medical Administrative S...
20 Graduates
Electrical, Electronics and Communi...
19 Graduates
Petroleum Engineering
19 Graduates
Building/Construction Finishing, Ma...
17 Graduates
Linguistic, Comparative, and Relate...
17 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
16 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
15 Graduates
Computer/Information Technology Adm...
15 Graduates
Social Work
15 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
14 Graduates
Natural Sciences
14 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
12 Graduates
Dental Support Services and Allied...
12 Graduates
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and...
11 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
10 Graduates
Sustainability Studies
10 Graduates
Mathematics
9 Graduates
Mining and Petroleum Technologies/T...
9 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
9 Graduates
Precision Metal Working
9 Graduates
Anthropology
8 Graduates
Electromechanical Instrumentation a...
8 Graduates
Human Development, Family Studies,...
7 Graduates
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and...
7 Graduates
Chemistry
6 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
6 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
6 Graduates
Geological/Geophysical Engineering
6 Graduates
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
6 Graduates
History
6 Graduates
Legal Support Services
6 Graduates
Physics
6 Graduates
Sociology
6 Graduates
Carpenters
5 Graduates
Economics
5 Graduates
Environmental Control Technologies/...
5 Graduates
Mining and Mineral Engineering
5 Graduates
Political Science and Government
5 Graduates
Quality Control and Safety Technolo...
5 Graduates
Air Transportation
4 Graduates
Journalism
4 Graduates
Music
4 Graduates
Computer Science
3 Graduates
Construction Management
3 Graduates
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
3 Graduates
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and...
3 Graduates
Area Studies
2 Graduates
Business Operations Support and Ass...
2 Graduates
Drafting/Design Engineering Technol...
2 Graduates
East Asian Languages, Literatures,...
2 Graduates
Geography and Cartography
2 Graduates
American Indian/Native American Lan...
1 Graduates
Construction Trades, General
1 Graduates
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...
1 Graduates
Social Sciences, General
1 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
6,429
Socio-Economic Diversity
20%
Part-time
57%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$65,085 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
N/A
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
$4,244/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,730/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$4,730/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Nanooks
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
69
Total Female Athletes
66
Intramural Sports
16
Sports Club
N/A
Sports Team (Men)
Basketball
Cross Country
Ice Hockey
Rifle
Skiing-Snowboarding
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Rifle
Skiing-Snowboarding
Swimming and Diving
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by UAF. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $10,440 per year. The average meal plan at UAF costs around $4,730 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. The university has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the university are 39% and 61%, respectively.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$30,700/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$38,700/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$99 - 264
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$7,391
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,328
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$4,566
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,459
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$9,144
$30K - $48K
$9,292
$48K - $75K
$6,562
$75K - $110K
$5,191
> $110K
$3,132
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$260,955
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$5,071,619
The financial aid department of University of Alaska Fairbanks helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. The average federal grant that comes from the university is around $4,794, whereas the financial aid is $4,876. The university provides financial assistance in the form of state-level aid worth $5,131 and institutional aid worth $4,876. The need-based scholarships awarded to students admitted to University of Alaska Fairbanks amount to $260,955 per annum. Meanwhile, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants awarded in a year total $5,071,619.
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