by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UAF degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UAF measures up.
UAF is ranked #747 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Alaska, it ranks #3 of 8 for value.
Among the majors UAF offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Wildlife, Fish & Wildl&s Science & Management | #6 of 43 |
| Wildlife Management | #6 of 43 |
| Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management | #7 of 36 |
| Other Corrections & Criminal Justice | #8 of 63 |
| Homeland Security | #8 of 50 |
| Homeland Security / Public Safety | #8 of 50 |
| Secondary Education | #15 of 404 |
| General Civil Engineering | #27 of 245 |
| Civil Engineering | #28 of 247 |
| Engineering | #28 of 247 |
Below is the detailed UAF value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
University of Alaska Fairbanks is ranked #4 out of #8 in Alaska for quality and #3 out of #8 for Alaska value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the UAF financial aid page to be sure.
University of Alaska Fairbanks is ranked #747 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Alaska Fairbanks is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UAF costs about $14,509. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $58,038 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,854 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $10,892 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $14,509 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $58,038 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about UAF net price and the factors that affect it.
What UAF costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UAF degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $87,416 | — | — |
| All Students | $58,038 | #747 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $43,568 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $87,416 | — | — |
| All Students | $58,038 | #3 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $43,568 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UAF shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $7,494 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,206 |
| $48K–$75K | $9,719 |
| $75K–$110K | $13,515 |
| Over $110K | $16,203 |
About 67% of UAF undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,009 per year. Get more details on the UAF financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the UAF net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.