Alaska Pacific University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Alaska Pacific University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: United Methodist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Alaska Pacific University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Anchorage, Alaska. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 490, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The university offers 10 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 36%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $20,350.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
82% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
36% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
595
Students enrolled
17%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
34%
Unknown
22%
Black
4%
Hispanic
2%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
6%
American Indian/Alaska Native
25%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
2%
Socio-economic diversity
43% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
3
Total Online Enrollment
100
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.17% online, 83% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
88% On-campus
12% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates33% online
Associate50% online
Bachelor's10% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
60%
State Grant Aid
37%
Institution Grant Aid
97%
Pell Grant
43%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$24k
Average student debtafter graduation
$38k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 3 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 5 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 6 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 7 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 8 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 9 | Psychology. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.