Alaska Pacific University

Located in Anchorage, Alaska Pacific University (APU) offers a distinctive educational experience that is deeply embedded in the natural richness and cultural diversity of the region. APU is a private, liberal arts and sciences university known for its innovative, hands-on approach to education.

651

Students

88%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

490

Classification

University

Type

Private, Non-Profit

Religious Affiliation

None

Website

alaskapacific.edu

At APU, students are encouraged to explore and engage with their surroundings through field-based learning and community partnerships. The university's unique location serves as a living laboratory for a wide range of disciplines, from environmental science to indigenous studies. APU is committed to fostering a close-knit, supportive community where students can grow both personally and academically. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and social justice, the university prepares its graduates to be thoughtful, informed leaders who are equipped to address the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Alaska Pacific University?

88% acceptance rate

Less Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

Unknown

Testing

Test Blind

Average High School GPA

Unknown

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Alaska Pacific University considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Alumni/AE Relation
•Application Essay

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Alaska Pacific University.

$ 45,160

Overall list price

$ 22,388

Average net price

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Alaska Pacific University?

Urban

Campus Setting

Republican

State vote for president

Limited

Greek participation

Weather

Sunny days

Very Cloudy

Average winter temp

18°

Average summer temp

56°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Alaska Pacific University.

8:1

Student to faculty ratio

50%

4-year grad rate

56%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Alaska Pacific are:

Counseling Psychology
Biological and Physical Sciences
Business Administration and Management, General

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Demographics

Who attends Alaska Pacific University?

24

States represented

2

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

651

Women

72%

Men

28%

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Housing

What's it like living at Alaska Pacific University?

$18,200

Room & Board

0.2

Housing units / student

26

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

How much does Alaska Pacific University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $45,160 to attend Alaska Pacific.

How many people attend Alaska Pacific University?

651 people attend Alaska Pacific. 490 are undergraduate students and 161 are graduate students.

Where is Alaska Pacific University located?

Alaska Pacific University is located in Anchorage, Alaska. It is in an Urban environment.

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