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University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, Alaska · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 1731 South Chandalar Drive, Fairbanks, AK 99775 · Phone: (907) 474-7034 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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University of Alaska Fairbanks is a public trade and career school in Fairbanks, Alaska, offering medical assistant, aviation maintenance, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Median graduate debt at University of Alaska Fairbanks is $20,291 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $48,866, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Completion rate versus the state average is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for University of Alaska Fairbanks; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 22.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $46,060 | $52,560 | $61,510 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $54,530 | $91,150 | $104,810 |
| Medical records specialists | $46,390 | $61,090 | $72,800 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $52,000 | $75,580 | $83,210 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $39,170 | $52,190 | $73,120 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $44,400 | $57,440 | $63,350 |
| Dental assistants | $40,300 | $57,710 | $61,370 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $49,660 | $80,840 | $98,500 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $44,060 | $60,840 | $79,560 |
| Nursing assistants | $39,450 | $46,370 | $52,240 |
| Construction laborers | $37,980 | $58,060 | $69,950 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alaska (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $33,666 | $44,942 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $33,666 | $44,942 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $33,666 | $44,942 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $33,666 | $44,942 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
University of Alaska Fairbanks is a public university located in Fairbanks, Alaska, in a small-city setting. It is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities along with several program-specific accreditors, including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Psychological Association Commission on Accreditation, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV eligible). Beyond its broader academic offerings, the campus awards a number of trade and career-focused credentials, most notably medical assistant programs, aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, and medical billing & coding programs, among 20 total program offerings across fields like welding, diesel and auto mechanics, culinary arts, EMT training, dental assisting, CNA classes, and construction trades.
Federal data show 144 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 4,207. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $20,291, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $48,866. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 22.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of financially eligible students.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, career-focused credentials as well as those pursuing longer academic paths, given its mix of trade programs and traditional degree offerings. Specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data, so those considering a career change should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review official outcomes data, consult the listed accreditors or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
University of Alaska Fairbanks offers 20 trade and career programs, with the most common being medical assistant programs, aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, and medical billing & coding programs. Other program families include welding, diesel and auto mechanics, culinary arts, EMT training, dental assisting, CNA classes, and construction trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its accreditors include the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Psychological Association Commission on Accreditation, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 22.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal data does show 144 trade program completers out of 4,207 undergraduate students.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $20,291, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $48,866, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (907) 474-7034 or visit https://www.uaf.edu/ for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
University of Alaska Fairbanks is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-funded aid programs, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the program-specific accreditors listed for this school. Outcomes data can be checked at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?102614.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of shorter career-focused programs alongside longer academic degrees, which may suit adult career changers, but specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in federal data. Contact the school to discuss fit for your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach University of Alaska Fairbanks at (907) 474-7034 or visit https://www.uaf.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data for this campus. Use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?102614 to compare outcomes across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.