University of Alaska Southeast
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Alaska Southeast
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Alaska Southeast is a small public university located on a rural campus in Juneau, Alaska. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,757, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 56%. The university offers 17 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 30%, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,121, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $22,742.
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- #3 Ranked in Most Affordable Online Social Sciences Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
56% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
65% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
30% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresRecommended
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationNot required or recommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
70%
Online student enrollment
9:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
56%
Unknown
7%
Black
1%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
10%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
13%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
33% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
28
Total Online Enrollment
1,407
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.70% online, 30% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
58% On-campus
42% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates42% online
Associate50% online
Bachelor's47% online
Graduate Certificate17% online
Master's44% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
49%
State Grant Aid
59%
Institution Grant Aid
53%
Pell Grant
33%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$35k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 9 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 10 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 11 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 13 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 14 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 15 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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