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Public, 4-Year
Juneau, AK

University of Alaska Southeast

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in AK. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$6,960

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

62.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

28.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$48,475

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Alaska Southeast is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Juneau, AK. With a competitive tuition profile of $6,960, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$27,840

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$18,475

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$156,910

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$341,660

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Alaska Southeast is $19,111.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.2%
31.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
53.8%
Two or more
14.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
10.7%
Hispanic
9.5%
Asian
6.4%
Unknown
3.3%
Black
1.1%
International
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

9

Burglary

3

Theft

1

Assault

4

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

1

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$6,960

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,340
$30k - $48k$3,510
$48k - $75k$12,084
$75k+$11,027

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$19,111
Pell Grant Recipients14.0%
Using Federal Loans14.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment57.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$7,447
Pell Grant Recipients16.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

71.4%

Success

28.2%

In-State Cost

$6,960

Age 25+ Students

47.7%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

374 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Juneau (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Juneau (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Juneau

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,138

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,307

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,679

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Juneau metropolitan area.