University of Alaska Fairbanks

University of Alaska Fairbanks is a mid-size public R2 doctoral research university located in Fairbanks, Alaska, with an undergraduate enrollment of 4,207. Classified as a doctoral research university, it supports graduate programs in select disciplines and allocates significant resources to faculty research activity alongside its undergraduate mission. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Alaska postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. The institution maintains an open-admissions policy for most of its programs, making it accessible to a broad range of prospective students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $11,323 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 35%, 10 percentage points below the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $48,866. The student-to-faculty ratio is 11:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.