University of Alaska Southeast

University of Alaska Southeast is a public university located in Juneau, Alaska, with an enrollment of approximately 907 students. The school admits a majority of its applicants, with an acceptance rate of 63.3%, meaning most people who apply are offered admission. Among first-time students who enroll, 76.5% return for their second year.

In-state tuition is $7,056 per year, while out-of-state tuition is $20,640 per year. The average annual net price — the total estimated cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and living expenses, after grant and scholarship aid is applied — is $12,357. This figure can exceed published tuition because it reflects full cost of attendance, not tuition alone. About 14.3% of students receive Pell Grants, a federal aid program for lower-income students. A relatively small share of students borrow federally: 11.4% of all enrolled students take out federal loans. Among those who did borrow and completed a credential, the median federal loan debt was $19,111. Of borrowers entering repayment, 57.7% were actively reducing their loan balance within three years — meaning roughly four in ten were not making progress on their debt during that period.

The university's graduation rate is 28.1%. This figure tracks first-time, full-time students who complete a credential within 150% of the expected program length and may not capture students who transfer, attend part-time, or complete on a longer timeline.

Among all federally-aided students who enrolled — including those who never completed a credential — median earnings were $48,475 annually, measured roughly ten years after initial enrollment. Because this figure includes non-completers, earnings for graduates alone may differ.

Programs available at University of Alaska Southeast that are relevant to career-focused study include fields such as environmental science, mental health counseling, and substance abuse counseling, as well as preparation for roles in epidemiology and instructional design. Prospective students should contact the university directly to confirm current program availability and format.