Resident Tuition for All
With ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked, starting in fall 2027, all students attending the University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks will automatically receive the in-state tuition rate, regardless of where they’re coming from.
ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked is a lasting commitment to affordability, so you can focus on what matters most — your future. There are no additional requirements or applications — when you enroll at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ, you’ll pay at the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ resident tuition rate.
Come North for a world-class education within your reach, and an adventure that you won’t find anywhere else in the country.
Your Annual Costs at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ
If you're an out-of-state student coming to ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ, you'll now be saving thousands of dollars each year with ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked. Compared to other universities that offer WUE and discounted non-resident tuition rates, ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ offers an even more affordable, world-class education.
And remember, upon admission to ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ you'll also still be automatically considered for the merit-based Nanook Pledge Scholarship, worth up to $4,000/year for four years.
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This estimated annual cost for undergraduate students is calculated based on two semesters of 12-credit enrollment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible?
All students attending ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ beginning in fall 2027 will receive the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ resident tuition rate, including students continuing from previous semesters.
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I’m a current ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ student. Do I qualify?
Yes! If you’re a current ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ student paying at the non-resident or the WUE rate, you’ll automatically get the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ resident tuition rate starting in the fall 2027 semester. You also don't need to apply for a non-resident tuition waiver for that semester.
If you're interested in applying for the non-resident tuition waiver for fall 2026, spring 2027 or summer 2027, check your eligibility at the residency information website.
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Can I apply for the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked discount retroactively?
No. If you’re a current ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ student, your resident tuition rate will be applied beginning in fall 2027, but it cannot be applied retroactively to previous payments.
If you're interested in applying for the non-resident tuition waiver for fall 2026, spring 2027 or summer 2027, check your eligibility at the residency information website.
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Do students have to establish ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ residency?
No. Residency is not required for tuition purposes under ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked.
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Is there an application?
No. Eligible students receive the resident tuition rate automatically when they register for classes.
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Does this affect scholarships or financial aid?
You should continue to apply for scholarships and financial aid as usual. ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked changes the tuition rate but does not replace other financial assistance opportunities. Scholarships that are based on residency, such as the Nanook Pledge scholarship, will be calculated at the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ resident scholarship amounts. Scholarships like APS and UA Scholars Award will continue to use existing criteria.
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Is ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked different from Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
Yes. Getting the resident rate through ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked will save you more on tuition than WUE would. ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked is only offered through institutions in the University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ system, giving all students the lowest tuition rate available — the resident rate. WUE is offered by many universities across different Western states, giving out-of-state students a discount that brings their tuition down to roughly 150% of the school's resident rate.
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Does this apply to housing costs?
No. ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked only affects tuition and fees.
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Is this a scholarship?
No. Think of it more like a discount.
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Do International students qualify for ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked?
Yes!
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I'm a ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ student but I'm taking classes from UAA or UAS. Will they be charged at non-resident rates?
UAA and UAS will both also be offering ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked, meaning UAA and UAS classes will likely be charged at resident tuition rates, however each UA university may have different eligibility criteria and may not offer ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked for all classes.
There may also be additional considerations you need to know when registering for UAA and UAS courses, for example, your ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ financial aid may be reduced to meet federal Course Program of Study (CPoS) requirements, and you may not be able to use military/veteran benefits for classes outside of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. Contact the Financial Aid Office if you have questions about how UAA or UAS classes may impact your aid.
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Are all courses included in ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Unlocked?
Yes. All ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ courses are included, including graduate courses and non-credit courses.
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