C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
74/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Alaska Southeast

4-Year Public
📍 Juneau, Alaska 99801
University of Alaska Southeast campus, Juneau, AK
University of Alaska Southeast campus, Juneau, AK. Photo: The Alaska Landmine, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,918
Total Enrollment
31%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
63%
Acceptance Rate
$8,488
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Alaska Southeast ▼

8% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$489,730
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,294
1-Year Change
+4.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Alaska Southeast, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$48,475
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,811
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,111
Median debt at graduation
28.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
14.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 92nd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AK wage index 1.09). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of Alaska Southeast

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$74,392+9%#254 of 1176#356$22,698
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies—$55,957+0%#90 of 207#124—
Social Sciences—$54,226+2%#37 of 87#45—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$52,875————$12,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The University of Alaska Southeast Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $489,730
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,294/mo — vs ~$678/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 99801 (3.7% cap, Juneau)

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🏆 Where University of Alaska Southeast Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
of 5 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,224 $23,072
Room $6,100
Board $6,720
Total Cost (On-Campus) $27,128 $41,264

Financial Aid

81%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
28%
Take Out Loans
$8,488
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,340
$30,001 - $48,000$3,510
$48,001 - $75,000$12,084
$75,001 - $110,000$11,027
$110,001+$11,405

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 48 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 44 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 36 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 33 grads/yr Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management 28 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 21 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 21 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 18 grads/yr Public Administration 16 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 15 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 13 grads/yr Public Health, General 13 grads/yr Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography 12 grads/yr Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 11 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 10 grads/yr Diver, Professional and Instructor 10 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 8 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 6 grads/yr Superintendency and Educational System Administration 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Alaska Southeast's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,918
Total Students
67%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)
8%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Hispanic 8%
Black 1%
Asian 5%
Two or More 12%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 42%
Off-Campus (Renters) 8%
With Family 50%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~159 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 20%
Fully Online 49%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Alaska Southeast?
University of Alaska Southeast has an acceptance rate of 63%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Alaska Southeast?
Tuition at University of Alaska Southeast is $7,224 for in-state students and $23,072 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,488.
What is the graduation rate at University of Alaska Southeast?
The graduation rate at University of Alaska Southeast is 31%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is University of Alaska Southeast a good school?
University of Alaska Southeast has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Alaska Southeast?
University of Alaska Southeast has a total enrollment of 1,918 students.
Is there rental demand near University of Alaska Southeast?
Yes! Approximately 8% of students at University of Alaska Southeast live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 159 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology