Best colleges for Liberal Arts and Sciences in Alaska
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Alaska Anchorage, University of Alaska Fairbanks and Ilisagvik College award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees and certificates in Alaska: 221, 97 and 10 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 6 Alaska colleges offer Liberal Arts and Sciences and award 366 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program, formally known as Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, offers a broad educational foundation in various disciplines. This program is designed for students seeking a well-rounded…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks Public · Associate degree | $38,018 | 97 | 38% | — | $19,563 |
| 2 | University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage Public · Associate degree | $30,114 | 221 | 30% | — | $13,000 |
Colleges awarding the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees in Alaska
Top 4 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage Public | 221 | $30,114 |
| 2 | University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks Public | 97 | $38,018 |
| 3 | Ilisagvik College Barrow Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 4 | Alaska Pacific University Anchorage Private not-for-profit | 5 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Alaska colleges offering Liberal Arts and Sciences
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Alaska Southeast | Juneau | Public | 28 |
| Alaska Christian College | Soldotna | Private not-for-profit | 5 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Postsecondary Teachers, All Other (SOC 25-1199).
What Postsecondary Teachers, All Other earn in Alaska
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Liberal Arts and Sciences programs in Alaska.
Which Alaska colleges award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees?+
University of Alaska Anchorage (221 graduates a year), University of Alaska Fairbanks (97 graduates a year) and Ilisagvik College (10 graduates a year) award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees and certificates in Alaska, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 6 Alaska colleges offer Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Which Liberal Arts and Sciences program in Alaska has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Alaska Fairbanks tops the list at $38,018. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the Liberal Arts and Sciences program?+
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program, formally known as Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, offers a broad educational foundation in various disciplines. This program is designed for students seeking a well-rounded…
What is the job outlook for Postsecondary Teachers, All Other?+
The national job outlook is about +1.8% growth with around 13,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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