University of Alaska Southeast

Facts

• College Type: 4-year, Public
• Acceptance Rate: 64%
• Total Student Population: 1997
• Student-Faculty Ratio: 9:1
• Graduation Rate: 36%
• Website: www.uas.alaska.edu

The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) is a public university located in the city of Juneau, Alaska, United States. It was established in 1972 and is part of the University of Alaska System, which also includes the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the University of Alaska Anchorage.

UAS offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in various fields such as arts and humanities, business, education, natural sciences, social sciences, and more. It also offers certificate and vocational programs, as well as distance education learning options.

UAS known for its focus on small class sizes and personalized attention from faculty, as well as its unique location in the heart of Alaska’s capital city.

UAS is home to several research centers and institutes focused on topics such as climate change, marine biology, and indigenous languages and cultures. The university also offers a variety of extracurricular activities and student organizations, including sports teams, music ensembles, and cultural clubs.

The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) has three main campuses, located in Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan. Each campus has its unique features and offerings.

The Juneau campus is the largest and serves as the main campus of UAS. It is located on Auke Lake, about 10 miles from downtown Juneau. The campus includes academic buildings, student housing, dining facilities, recreational facilities, and more. The campus is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, with opportunities for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities nearby. The Juneau campus is also home to the Egan Library, which houses a wide range of academic resources, including books, journals, and databases.

The Sitka campus is located on the historic Sheldon Jackson College campus in the heart of downtown Sitka. It is a small campus with a tight-knit community of students and faculty. The campus offers degree programs in a variety of fields, including business, marine biology, and teacher education. Sitka is known for its beautiful coastal scenery and opportunities for outdoor activities like fishing and kayaking.

The Ketchikan campus is located on the edge of downtown Ketchikan, a small town on the southeastern coast of Alaska. It is the smallest of UAS’s campuses, but still offers a range of degree programs, including nursing, education, and business.

The campus is situated on the waterfront, with easy access to local shops and restaurants. Ketchikan is known for its rich Native American history and culture, as well as its stunning scenery and opportunities for outdoor recreation.

UAS is a good university looking for a school with diversity and with personalized attention to student education.

Student Enrollment

Total Enrollment	Undergraduate Enrollment
1,997	1,757

Percent of Undergraduate Enrollment by Gender
Men: 35.2%
Women: 64.8%

Percent of Undergraduate Enrollment by Race/Ethnicity
American Indian or Alaskan Native: 14.1%
Asian: 3.2%
Black or African American: 0.9%
Hispanic/Latino: 6.6%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander: 1.6%
White: 54.5%
Two or more races: 10.9%
Race/ethnicity unknown: 7.1%
Non-resident alien: 1.1%

Degrees Offered

• Less than one year certificate
• One but less than two years certificate
• Associate’s degree
• Bachelor’s degree
• Postbaccalaureate certificate
• Master’s degree

Majors Offered

• Business Administration and Management, General
• Social Sciences, General
• Elementary Education and Teaching
• Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
• Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
• Environmental Studies
• Biology/Biological Sciences, General
• Environmental Science
• Special Education and Teaching, General
• American Indian/Native American Studies
• Educational Leadership and Administration, General
• Public Administration
• Secondary Education and Teaching
• Educational/Instructional Technology
• Mathematics Teacher Education
• Reading Teacher Education

Financial

(Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students)	2021-22	2020-21	2019-20
Tuition & Fees
In-state	$6,960	$6,960	$6,696
Out-of-state	$21,096	$21,096	$20,832
Books and Supplies	$1,400	$1,400	$1,400
On-campus
Room and Board	$9,800	$9,800	$9,200
Other Expenses	$2,448	$2,448	$2,448
Off-campus
Room and Board	$10,872	$10,872	$10,872
Other Expenses	$3,716	$3,716	$3,716
Off-campus with Family
Other Expenses	$3,716	$3,716	$3,716