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University of Alaska Fairbanks
University of Alaska Fairbanks
FAIRBANKS, AK . 4 Year 3.5
#576 in Best Colleges in America
1731 SOUTH CHANDALAR DR FAIRBANKS, AK 99775

Overview

The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is a public research university located in Fairbanks, Alaska. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in various fields, including natural sciences, engineering, and liberal arts. UAF is known for its research in areas such as arctic biology, geophysics, and engineering. The university also has a strong focus on Alaska Native studies and northern issues. Beyond academics, UAF offers a vibrant campus life with numerous student organizations, athletic teams, and cultural events. It provides comprehensive support services to promote student achievement and personal growth.

Rankings

  • 34

    #34 in Best Online Colleges in America

  • 3

    #3 4 in Best Online Colleges in America

  • 161

    #161 in Colleges with the Best Professors in America

  • Best Online Colleges in America 34 of 265
  • Colleges with the Best Professors in America 161 of 1,527
  • Best Small Colleges in America 178 of 968

Academics

  • A Academics
  • B Value
  • ADiversity
  • CCampus
  • B Athletics
  • B Party Scene
  • AProfessors
  • CLocation
  • B Dorms
  • B Campus Food
  • C+Student Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    135 Graduates
  • Business
    89 Graduates
  • Biology
    47 Graduates
  • Homeland Security and Disaster Management
    40 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Corrections
    39 Graduates
  • Accounting Technician and Bookkeeping
    36 Graduates
  • Psychology
    32 Graduates
  • Medical Assistant
    29 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    28 Graduates
  • Mechanical Engineering
    26 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 65%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    18
  • Online Associates Programs
    9
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    14

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,808
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    92%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    38%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    85%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    2,345 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    3,499
  • Undergrads Over 25
    46%
  • Pell Grant
    27%
  • Varsity Athletes
    6%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    10:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Great Northwest Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)

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