Tuition is determined by the number of credit hours in which the student is enrolled, the level of the courses and the student’s residency status (see the 2024-2025 tuition table below).
| Resident | Nonresident | WUE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks Undergraduate F100-F499-courses¹ | $289/credit | $855/credit | $434/credit |
| Community Campus F100-F299-level courses² | $234/credit | $800/credit | $351/credit |
| All F600-F799-level courses | $539/credit | $1,105/credit | N/A |
Note: Audited credits are charged at the same rate as other credits.
¹ Applies to Fairbanks and Rural College courses taught on the Troth Yeddha' Campus.
² Applies to Bristol Bay, Chukchi, CTC, Interior Alaska, Kuskokwim, and Northwest Campus courses.
Students eligible for Alaska resident tuition generally include:
Students will be considered nonresident if, within 12 months prior to applying for residency they:
To prove physical presence, students must provide documentation of one of the following:
Residency criteria, as paraphrased above, are determined by UA Board of Regents residency policy and regulations. For more information and applications, students should contact the Office of Admissions.
| Alaska Resident | Nonresident | WUE 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees (30 credits, F100-F299-level classes) | $9,270 | $26,250 | $12,780 |
| Housing and food (double room and meal plan) | $11,990 | $11,990 | $11,990 |
| Annual Total | $21,710 | $38,240 | $24,770 |
| Alaska Resident | Nonresident | WUE 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees (30 credits, F100-F499-level classes) | $10,920 | $27,900 | $15,270 |
| Housing and food (double room and meal plan) | $11,990 | $11,990 | $11,990 |
| Annual Total | $22,910 | $39,890 | $27,260 |
| Alaska Resident | Nonresident | WUE 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees (18 credits, F600-F799-level classes) | $11,052 | $21,240 |
| Housing | $11,990 | $11,990 |
| Annual Total | $23,042 | $33,230 |
Note: All fees are subject to change.
Students are not considered registered for any classes until all tuition and fees are paid or other payment arrangements have been made by the fee payment deadline. Please note that the payment due dates may vary if a student is taking classes from multiple campuses. This includes room rent, meal plan costs, student activity fees, health fees and deposits. Any charges unpaid at the end of the previous semester are also due and must be paid before they can re-enroll. If a student owes money to the university and submits an enrollment form and payment for the current semester, they will not be enrolled in the requested classes; instead, the payment will be applied toward the outstanding balance.
Other than tuition and fees, which are due according to every semester’s payment schedule, any charges owed to the university are due within 30 days.
A $30 charge and a hold will be placed on the account for returned checks. This will prevent a student from registering, viewing grades and graduation activities.
Failure to pay in full or make other payment arrangements by the fee payment deadline may result in the cancellation of a student's class schedule. UAF may withhold grades and other services, and cancel meal plans and housing if financial obligations are unmet. If the university takes such action, the student will still be responsible for the account balance in full.
Registration may be withheld from any student who is delinquent in paying any amount due to the university. The registration process is not complete until the student has paid all fees and charges due. UAF may drop a student from courses after the fee payment deadline if a balance is owed to the university. A $100 reinstatement fee will be charged to re-enroll in any dropped courses.
University policy requires a financial hold to be placed on a student's account if they fail to meet financial obligations. The hold will prevent any registration or graduation activity.
Past-due accounts will be sent to a collection agency. Interest, late fees and/or collection costs will be added to the student's account. Past-due balances may be reported to a local credit bureau. The university is authorized to garnish Alaska Permanent Fund Dividends for payment of past-due accounts.
Students may drop courses in UAOnline or submit an add/drop form to the Office of the Registrar per published deadlines in the academic calendar. The following conditions apply:
Financial aid will start to be disbursed to student accounts 10 days before the first day of class, and the Bursar’s Office will begin processing refunds at that time. Submit an Advance of Funding if funds are needed for books and supplies. Refund processing is automatic for students who officially drop courses by the published refund deadlines. Remember to return parking permits if dropped during the 100% refund time.
All refunds are processed electronically or by mail. The Bursar’s Office does not issue refund checks for amounts less than $10. It is the student's responsibility to check their account and contact the Bursar’s Office to receive a refund as cash or to apply it to the student's PolarExpress card as a nonrefundable payment.
If tuition and fees are paid for the semester by credit card, the credit card will be refunded (up to the amount paid). Any remaining credit balances will be refunded by check or direct deposit.
If tuition was paid through external sources such as financial aid, federal loans, scholarships or grants, refunds will be received as a check sent to the mailing address of record or direct deposited in the student's bank account.
Once processed by the Bursar’s Office, direct deposit takes three to five business days to disburse to a bank account. Check refunds will take at least 10 business days to be received in the mail.
Refunds are subject to federal regulations. Refunds due to dropped classes or a total withdrawal may disqualify a student from receiving scholarships or financial aid. In that case, the funds may be returned to the lender or grantor pursuant to all applicable rules and regulations.
If paid by cash or check, a refund check will be sent to the mailing address of record or direct deposited in the student's bank account. If the Bursar’s Office is notified that a check is not received due to an incorrect address, a fee of $18.50 will be charged for all checks reissued due to a stop-pay request by the student. Please be sure UAOnline reflects the current mailing address.
If tuition and fees were paid by check, refund processing will begin after all checks have cleared the bank.
Any balance owed to the university will be deducted from the student's refund.
Students who drop during the 100% refund period and want to maintain health insurance coverage should contact the Student Health and Counseling Center at 907-474-7043.
Enrolling in direct deposit allows refunds to be electronically deposited into the student's bank account. It’s simple, safe and convenient. Enrollment is available through our secure self-service website. Sign up for direct deposit through UAOnline by following these steps:
Appeals for a refund of tuition are exceptions to policy and are only approved in events that are unanticipated and unavoidable. Approval is not automatic, and documented evidence needs to be provided to support requests (physician’s note, letters of support from instructors, etc.). Acceptable unanticipated and unavoidable reasons may include:
Work-related issues, personal hardships, changing one's mind about college, poor academic performance, disciplinary withdrawal, not receiving expected financial assistance or failure to read UAF’s published documents are considered to be the result of personal choices and actions and will not be considered.
Appeals for refund of tuition must be submitted within 30 class days after the beginning of the next regular semester. Forms for an appeal for refund of tuition are available online, through the Bursar’s Office in Signers’ Hall on the Fairbanks campus or at CTC. Once received, the appeal will be evaluated by a campuswide committee which will return a decision to the student. The decision of the committee is final, and a student who files a written appeal under these procedures shall be expected to abide by the final disposition of the review, as provided, and may not seek further appeal of the matter under any other procedure within the university. Submission of appeals and appropriate documentation after published deadlines will not be considered. Contact the Bursar’s Office for more information.
Students who move off campus or withdraw from the university will receive room refunds according to the schedule on their housing agreement.
Any refund of room charges will be based upon the housing agreement.
Please refer to the meal plan agreement for specific information about meal plan refunds.
Note: Tuition waivers do not cover tuition surcharges.
UA Board of Regents policy waives regular tuition for Alaska residents at the age of eligibility for full Social Security retirement benefits. A student is eligible to use the senior citizen tuition waiver and enroll in UAF courses if:
If using a senior tuition waiver, a student may not register until the first day of instruction of the semester. Both age and residency requirements must be met by one of the following dates to be eligible for the corresponding semester: Sept. 1 for fall; Jan. 1 for spring; May 1 for summer. Reimbursements will not be made to senior citizens who pay for a course and then request a waiver.
Employee tuition waivers pay only for tuition. Tuition waiver forms must be turned in by the fee payment deadline. The employee is responsible for all other fees. Employees who pay for a course and later become eligible for a waiver will not be reimbursed. Late fees and payment deadlines apply. More information is available at the Bursar's Office website.
Note: All fees are subject to change.
Cost: $56 per credit for UAF, Rural College, CTC, Juneau Fisheries and eCampus
The non-refundable consolidated fee provides students access to various services that enhance their educational experience beyond the classroom and ensures the continuation and expansion of critical universitywide services for all students. The consolidated fee paid by each student supports these specific services: student government, student health and counseling center, student recreation center, support for online and distance learning, student sustainability, student activities and services, libraries and digital resources, technology, and transportation and related infrastructure. The consolidated fee is mandatory and cannot be negotiated, waived or reduced.
Cost: $22 per credit for CIS campuses (Bristol Bay, Interior Alaska, Kuskokwim, Northwest, Chukchi)
The non-refundable consolidated fee provides students access to various services that enhance their educational experience beyond the classroom and ensures the continuation and expansion of critical universitywide services for all students. CIS campus students are assessed a reduced fee due to their distance from the Fairbanks campus, but they do receive access to UAF services through online or other methods. The consolidated fee paid by each student supports these specific services: telehealth and counseling, virtual recreation classes, streaming of sporting events, libraries and digital resources, and technology. The consolidated fee is mandatory and cannot be negotiated, waived or reduced.
The academic tutoring fee provides students with unlimited access to academic tutoring sessions across various subjects as well as unlimited, personalized academic support from trained peer coaches. These services are available throughout the year, in-person and online, to help students achieve their educational goals and excel in their studies.
The Associated Students of the University of Alaska Fairbanks represent student views and concerns to the university administration, University of Alaska Board of Regents and Alaska Legislature. ASUAF also partially funds the publication of the UAF student online newspaper, the Polaris News; the student-managed ASUAF Concert Board; KSUA, the student radio station; and other media. Other services provided through ASUAF include a free half-hour attorney consultation, academic travel funding, subsidized student club activities, regular free coffee service and much more. Contact ASUAF at 907-474-7355 or visit the ASUAF website.
Provides admission to all home athletic competitions and live-streaming of Nanook sporting events. Admission will only be guaranteed until the start of each event. The fee does not include postseason competition. For further details regarding event and ticket policies, visit the Alaska Nanooks website.
Provides library services such as research assistance and instruction, online and digital resources, subscriptions for databases and journals, and improvements to library materials and spaces (physical and virtual) used by students.
Provides membership to the Student Recreation Center (SRC), Patty ice arena, Patty pool, Outdoor Adventures and virtual recreation classes. The SRC is a comprehensive fitness facility with equipment, courts, track, group fitness, intramurals and a climbing wall. The Patty ice rink provides recreational ice skating sessions. The Patty pool provides lap swim sessions. Outdoor Adventures has discounted equipment rentals, trips and an outdoor rock/ice wall. Some extra programs have additional fees associated; consult Nanook Recreation staff for details. Anyone under the age of 18 using the SRC and its facilities must be accompanied by a parent or guardian whose minimum age is 21 unless they are a full-time UAF student. Call 907-474-5886 for more information.
Supports Nanook traditions such as Starvation Gulch, Winter Carnival and SpringFest as well as student activities and student life programs that enhance the out-of-class experience of students, and will provide ongoing operational and capital funding for programs.
The arts fee provides free student admission to all Music Department concerts, Theatre & Film Department productions and film screenings, and Art Department gallery openings. In addition to free admission for students, fee revenue supports safety compliance, equipment/technology towards a modern student experience and the safe operation of the specialized spaces within the Fine Arts Complex. UAF students have free admission to approximately 50 events each academic year.
Provides basic medical and counseling services, including telehealth and counseling, at the Student Health and Counseling Center on the Fairbanks campus. See the Student Health and Counseling Center website for more information or contact the Student Health and Counseling Center at 907-474-7043.
Invests in energy-efficiency programs and renewable energy projects at UAF.
Supports student activities.
Funds go toward academic and advising support, online student resources, exam proctoring services, technology upgrades, and enhancements to course delivery.
Supports technology initiatives including implementation of and access to UAF's wireless network, delivering university-licensed software to all students, increasing the number of technology-enabled classrooms and computing spaces, and expanding and improving online and self-service environments.
Covers a portion of the costs of operating shuttle buses that provide transportation throughout campus and to various university facilities off campus, street and lot maintenance, snow removal, lighting and plug-ins.
Cost: $19 per credit
Who pays: All students, including those enrolled in online or distance education courses
What's covered: The UA infrastructure fee is assessed to all students to address the capital investment for university facilities and infrastructure. This includes, but is not limited to, academic equipment, capital refresh, and support. It also covers rapidly rising costs in the maintenance and enhancement of university-wide technology infrastructure. The infrastructure supports physical and virtual operations, maintenance, and construction that modernize university facilities, student living and learning spaces, and technology systems that enhance the university-wide academic experience.
Cost: $20 per credit
Who pays: All students, including those enrolled in online or distance education courses
What's covered: UAF Bookstore Bundle is a course materials fulfillment program that ensures students have their required course materials on the first day of class. Administered by Barnes & Noble College in partnership with UAF, the program provides all required textbooks, lab manuals, access codes, and digital textbook versions to students.
Each semester, students will pay a flat rate of $20 per credit to cover the total cost of all REQUIRED materials for all of their classes for the semester. The program provides the delivery of required texts on or before the first day of class. Textbooks are issued on a rental basis, and must either be returned or purchased outright at the end of the term. (E-book subscriptions will automatically expire. No return is needed.) The charge does NOT cover “recommended” texts or consumable class supplies (goggles, kits, calculators etc.).
NOTE: By default, ALL registered students are opted-in to the program each new semester. Students may opt out of the program for the semester at their discretion and purchase their materials a la carte through the UAF Bookstore or on the open market.
For more information, please contact the UAF Bookstore at sm8514@BNCollege.com or visit the Bookstore's website.
Cost: $225
Who pays: Newly admitted degree-seeking students
What's covered: The Matriculation Fee is a one-time fee charged to newly admitted students upon enrollment. This one-time assessment was developed to reduce the number of enrollment and graduation-related fees charged to a student. The fees are also used to support academic programming for orientation and other transformative experiences.
Cost: Varies
Who pays: Students enrolled in courses with special fees. See the class schedule for individual classes.
What’s covered: Some courses require special equipment, supplies, or services and charge a materials fee in addition to tuition.
Student health insurance is not mandatory at UAF except for international students studying in F-1 or J-1 immigration statuses. The university does not provide a student health insurance program except for international students and students who are contracted with the Graduate School as teaching or research assistants on stipends or who are receiving graduate fellowships. Students without insurance who would like to obtain a plan may visit the Student Health and Counseling Center website for more information on shopping for a policy.
International students in F-1 or J-1 status are required to enroll in either the UAF-sponsored insurance plan or in a plan of their choice that meets regulatory compliance rules. Students must provide documentation of enrollment to International Programs and Initiatives before the fee payment deadline each semester. Students who do not enroll in an insurance plan approved by International Programs and Initiatives by the appropriate semester deadline will be dropped from classes at UAF.
Contracted teaching and research assistants on stipends and those receiving graduate fellowships are automatically enrolled in the UAF-sponsored plan as part of their benefits package. More information on this plan can be found at the Graduate School's website.
The UAF-sponsored international student plan meets the Department of State insurance requirements for exchange visitors in J-1 status. However, this plan is not compliant with the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA). Contact International Programs and Initiatives with any questions. The graduate insurance plan is ACA-compliant but does not meet the Department of State insurance requirements for exchange visitors in J-1 status.
Semester Permit Cost: $61 for Part-time students (eight or fewer credits; student workers do not qualify); $106 for nine or more credits
Annual Permit Cost: $184 annual permit.
Costs are based on the combined total credit hour enrollment at UAF, Community and Technical College, eCampus, or any class held at a UAF location where credit is given through another location.
Who pays: All Students parking a vehicle on UAF property, including off-campus sites
What's covered: Parking in permit-required and general-use lots and spaces at any on- or off-campus UA, UAF, or Community and Technical College location in Fairbanks
How to get a permit: Request a permit through UAF's online parking system. Select the type of parking permit(s) needed, the delivery option and the payment method. A two-week temporary permit can immediately be printed to use until the permit arrives in the mail or is picked up. Permits can also be purchased and picked up at the Bursar's Office in Signers' Hall. Please bring a current vehicle registration to ensure the correct information for the file. Debit and credit card payments will no longer be accepted in person or over the phone at the Bursar's Office. In-person, please pay with either cash or check, or have the charge added to the student's Banner account.
How to pay: Complete the permit purchase at UAF's online parking system. Payment options are all major credit cards or "student account," if parking has been added to the student account.
It is the responsibility of all students parking a vehicle on any UAF property (on or off campus) to know UAF parking regulations. For more information, call 907-774-7384 or email uaf-bursar@alaska.edu.