There are 8 accredited colleges and universities in Alaska. They admit an average of 72% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $13,069 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Alaska. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
| University | Location | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|
| University of Alaska Southeast | Juneau, AK | 62% |
| University of Alaska Anchorage | Anchorage, AK | 66% |
| Alaska Pacific University | Anchorage, AK | 86% |
| Ilisagvik College | Barrow, AK | — |
| Alaska Christian College | Soldotna, AK | — |
| University of Alaska Fairbanks | Fairbanks, AK | — |
| Alaska Bible College | Palmer, AK | — |
| University of Alaska System of Higher Education | Fairbanks, AK | — |
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Universities in Alaska with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ilisagvik College | Barrow, AK | $6,743 |
| Alaska Christian College | Soldotna, AK | $7,063 |
| University of Alaska Fairbanks | Fairbanks, AK | $10,892 |
| University of Alaska Southeast | Juneau, AK | $12,357 |
| University of Alaska Anchorage | Anchorage, AK | $15,301 |
| Alaska Bible College | Palmer, AK | $17,508 |
Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →
There are 8 accredited colleges and universities in Alaska in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 72% of applicants and cost about $13,069 per year after aid.
University of Alaska Southeast is the highest nationally ranked university in Alaska. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 8 Alaska colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Alaska is about $13,069 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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