University of Alaska Fairbanks
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: Approximately 65%
Average High School GPA: Around 3.6
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1070–1280
ACT Range: 18–25
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 5,600
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $9,240
Out-of-State Tuition: $27,360
Room & Board: $11,000
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Fairbanks, Alaska
Setting: Suburban, 2,250-acre campus
Average Winter Temperature: High 3°F, Low −13°F
Average Summer Temperature: High 73°F, Low 54°F
Average Annual Precipitation: 10.6 inches
Annual Snowfall: 30–40 inches
Nearest Airport: Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
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Social Media
Instagram: @uafairbanks
Twitter: @uafairbanks
Facebook: @UniversityofAlaskaFairbanks
LinkedIn: @university‑of‑alaska‑fairbanks
YouTube: @UAFairbanks
TikTok: @uafairbanks
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University Athletics
Division II
Conference: Pacific Collegiate Swim Conference
Nickname: Nanooks
Mascot: Nook
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Patty Pool
2024-25 Men’s Team Roster: N/A
Head Coach: Ksenia Gromova
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #5 in Pacific Collegiate Swim Conference
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
#346 Top Colleges 2025
#165 In Public Colleges
#217 In Research Universities
#82 In The West
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B+
Academics: A-
Diversity: A
Athletics: B-
Professors: A
Dorms: C+
Student Life: C+
Value: B-
Campus: C
Party Scene: B-
Location: C+
Campus Food: B-
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #296 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: NR
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