When planning your college budget here are things you should include:
Tuition and Fees: These costs vary with the student's educational level (graduate or undergraduate), enrollment status (full- or part-time) and residency (Alaska resident, Western Undergraduate Exchange, or non-resident). Averages are listed on year-specific budgets. For tuition and fee information view the UAS Tuition schedule.
Books and Supplies: These costs vary with a student's course load. Averages are listed on year-specific budgets. Please review the budget links below.
Food: An allowance of about $425/month seems to be sufficient for most students.
Campus Housing: In Juneau, costs vary for a single occupancy study-bedroom, an apartment, and family housing. Averages are listed on year-specific budgets.
Off-Campus Housing: The average cost of a two-bedroom apartment is approximately $765/month per person.
Transportation: An allowance of about $370 per semester for full-time status, is sufficient to meet most needs. The cost depends on how close a student lives to campus and their car expenses. Students may also request aid for airfare if they plan to return to their hometown during the school year.
Personal Expenses: A student should budget for clothing, laundry, medical and dental expenses, recreation, personal supplies and other items. An allowance of $160 per month is usually sufficient.
Personal Computer and Child Care: Within limits, these expenses can be included in your budget if they are related to your education. Please contact the Financial Aid Office for further information.