by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UAS degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UAS measures up.
UAS is ranked #393 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Alaska, it ranks #1 of 8 for value.
These UAS majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Social Sciences | #7 of 79 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #7 of 81 |
| Elementary Education | #35 of 681 |
| Teacher Education | #35 of 681 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | #38 of 789 |
| Education | #48 of 960 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #48 of 960 |
| Business Administration / Management | #71 of 1,232 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #71 of 1,232 |
| Business Administration & Management | #72 of 1,251 |
Read the full UAS value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Alaska Southeast is ranked #2 out of #8 in Alaska for quality and #1 out of #8 for Alaska value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the UAS financial aid page to be sure.
University of Alaska Southeast is ranked #393 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Alaska Southeast 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 UAS costs about $16,230. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $64,921 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,804 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,357 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,230 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $64,921 |
*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 UAS net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UAS 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 | $87,216 | — | — |
| All Students | $64,921 | #393 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $49,428 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $87,216 | — | — |
| All Students | $64,921 | #1 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $49,428 | — | — |
*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 UAS shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $4,340 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,510 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,084 |
| $75K–$110K | $11,027 |
| Over $110K | $11,405 |
About 59% of UAS undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,641 per year. Get more details on the UAS financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UAS cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.