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Best Colleges in Alaska

All 5 colleges in Alaska, ranked by overall quality and led by University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Alaska Anchorage and Alaska Bible College. 3 public, 2 private. median out-of-state tuition $20,640. lowest in-state tuition $7,056 at University of Alaska Southeast. Each school below shows its acceptance rate, tuition and average SAT.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best college in Alaska?

Based on our overall rankings, University of Alaska Fairbanks is the top-ranked college in Alaska. Other strong choices include University of Alaska Anchorage, Alaska Bible College, University of Alaska Southeast.

How many colleges are in Alaska?

We track 5 four-year colleges in Alaska, including 3 public institutions and 2 private ones.

How much does college cost in Alaska?

The average out-of-state tuition across colleges we track in Alaska is approximately $20,640 per year. In-state students at public schools typically pay significantly less, and most schools offer financial aid that reduces the effective cost.

What are the best public colleges in Alaska?

The best public colleges in Alaska include University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Alaska Anchorage, University of Alaska Southeast. Public universities typically offer lower tuition for in-state residents.

What are the best private colleges in Alaska?

The best private colleges in Alaska include Alaska Bible College, Alaska Christian College. Private colleges may offer more generous financial aid despite higher sticker prices.

How are these Alaska rankings determined?

Our overall rankings are calculated independently from publicly available data including U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS, and aggregated student-experience signals — not from US News or any other publication.

  1. 1. University of Alaska Fairbanks — Fairbanks, AK · $22,320 tuition · 38% grad rate
  2. 2. University of Alaska Anchorage — Anchorage, AK · $21,322 tuition · 30% grad rate
  3. 3. Alaska Bible College — Palmer, AK · $9,730 tuition · 38% grad rate
  4. 4. University of Alaska Southeast — Juneau, AK · 63.3% acceptance · SAT 1,000 · $20,640 tuition · 28% grad rate
  5. 5. Alaska Christian College — Soldotna, AK · 92.5% acceptance · $9,660 tuition · 11% grad rate

Best Colleges in Alaska on PickACampus