How Much Does College Cost?
How much you pay for college tuition costs will vary depending on the institution and how much financial aid you receive. We offer in-state tuition rates for online programs and provide a wide selection of financial aid options to help you cover tuition costs for college.
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UAF Tuition and Costs
The University of Alaska Fairbanks provides a world-class education at an affordable tuition rate that is well below the national average. Here’s a breakdown of college tuition and other costs at UAF. Remember, most students receive financial aid and only pay a portion of college tuition costs. Once you get an idea of the cost for college, we encourage you to explore all of the financial aid options available and calculate the amount of aid you will receive using the resources that follow.
| Course levels | Alaska resident | Non-resident | WUE 3 | Military 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAF CTC 1 | $234/credit | $800/credit | $351/credit | $234/credit |
| Troth Yeddha' (Fairbanks) — Undergraduate 2 | $289/credit | $855/credit | $434/credit | $250/credit |
| Troth Yeddha' (Fairbanks) — Graduate | $539/credit | $1105/credit |
UAF students enrolled in upper-level (300 or 400) or higher CBSM courses have an additional 25% tuition surcharge and CEM enrolled students have an additional 20% tuition surcharge.
| Undergraduate Students (4 year programs) | Alaska resident | Non-resident | WUE 3 | Military 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees 5 | $5,460 | $13,950 | $7,635 | $3,750 |
| housing and food (double room + Alaska block meal plan) | $5,995 | $5,995 | $5,995 | Not included |
| Semester total | $11,445 | $19,945 | $13,630 | $3,750 |
| Graduate students | Alaska resident | Non-resident | Military 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees 5 (9 credits, 600-level courses) | $5,526 | $10,620 | $4,851 |
| Housing (2 bedroom, shared + Food) | $6,715 | $6,715 | Not included |
| Semester total | $12,241 | $17,335 | $4,851 |
| Expense type | Semester Cost | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $600 | $1,200 |
| Miscellaneous and personal expenses | $1,250 | $2,500 |
| Transportation (For residents living on campus) | $500 | $1,000 |
Current fees and breakdown
| Course levels | Alaska resident | Non-resident | WUE 3 | Military 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAF CTC 1 | $234/credit | $800/credit | $351/credit | $234/credit |
| Troth Yeddha' (Fairbanks) — Undergraduate 2 | $289/credit | $855/credit | $434/credit | $250/credit |
| Troth Yeddha' (Fairbanks) — Graduate | $539/credit | $1105/credit |
UAF students enrolled in upper-level (300 or 400) or higher CBSM courses have an additional 25% tuition surcharge and CEM enrolled students have an additional 20% tuition surcharge.
| Undergraduate Students (4 year programs) | Alaska resident | Non-resident | WUE 3 | Military 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees 5 | $5,355 | $14,235 | $7,785 | $3,750 |
| housing and food (double room + weekly 7 block meal plan) | $5,325 | $5,325 | $5,325 | $5,325 |
| Semester total | $10,680 | $19,560 | $13,100 | $9,075 |
| Graduate students | Alaska resident | Non-resident | Military 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees 5 (9 credits, 600-level courses) | $5,580 | $10,881 | $5,580 |
| Housing (2 bedroom, shared) | $5,325 | $5,325 | $5,325 |
| Semester total | $10,905 | $16,206 | $10,905 |
| Expense type | Living off-campus | Living on-campus |
|---|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Miscellaneous and personal expenses | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| Transportation | $2,000 | $2,000 |
Current fees and breakdown
1 — Applies to Community and Technical College (CTC), Bristol Bay, Chukchi, Interior Alaska, Kuskokwim, Northwest Campuses (all offerings are 100-200 lower division).
2 — Applies to academic programs offer through the College of Indigenous Studies and Troth Yeddha' Fairbanks Campus.
4 — Military pricing may not include all special materials fees or college or school surcharges.
5 — Includes fees for ASUAF (student government), athletics, libraries and digital resources, student activities and services, Student Health and Counseling Center, recreation, student sustainability, technology, transportation, UA network and facilities. Does not include health insurance, books, supplies, travel, parking, miscellaneous expenses or special costs associated with international or exchange students. Costs are subject to change.
UAF's new affordable textbook rental program will provide students with required textbooks, lab manuals, access codes and electronic book versions before the first day of classes! Eligible students will be automatically enrolled in this program and can save an average of 35-50% on textbooks each semester.
The Financial Aid Office estimates your yearly cost for college to determine how much financial aid you may receive. We use your housing type as reported on your FAFSA and your residency status as determined by the Office of Admissions to estimate your costs for tuition, room, board, fees, books, supplies and miscellaneous expenses. This estimate is based on full-time attendance for the fall and spring semesters. Your actual college costs may be more or less depending on how many credits you take, your housing expenses and other factors.
Our Net Price Calculator can help you estimate how much you’re likely to receive in financial assistance. It only takes a few minutes — you’ll need to have an idea of your family's income and assets.