Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Alaska including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Alaska Fairbanks | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,123) | ✔ ($5,500) |
| 2 | University of Alaska Southeast | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (370) | ✔ ($4,000) |
| 3 | University of Alaska Anchorage | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (996) | ✔ ($5,350) |
| 4 | Alaska Pacific University | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (90) | ✔ ($4,830) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Alaska including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Alaska Fairbanks | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 2 | University of Alaska Southeast | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | University of Alaska Anchorage | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | Alaska Pacific University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Alaska. Among 4 best schools in Alaska, 2 schools are NAA members, and 2 schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Alaska Fairbanks | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northwest Athletic Conference | - | 7 athletic programs |
| 2 | University of Alaska Southeast | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 3 | University of Alaska Anchorage | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northwest Athletic Conference | - | 6 athletic programs |
| 4 | Alaska Pacific University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Alaska including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Alaska Fairbanks | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 2 | University of Alaska Southeast | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | University of Alaska Anchorage | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | Alaska Pacific University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
Top Colleges By Subject
- Tightest Schools To Admit (Lowest Acceptance Rate)
- Affordable Schools To Admit (Highest Acceptance Rate)
- Most Favored Schools (Highest Yield)
- Colleges with Low Yield
- Expensive Colleges (Highest Tuition & Fees)
- Inexpensive Colleges (Lowest Tuition & Fees)
- Colleges with Most Students
- Colleges with Least Students
- Colleges with Most Online Students
- Colleges with Least Online Students
- Colleges with Highest Graduation Rates
- Colleges with Lowest Graduation Rates
- Low Student to Faculty Ratio
- High Student to Faculty Ratio
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs