Liberal Arts & Humanities at University of Alaska Fairbanks

Fairbanks, AK · Public · Associate Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

a compact campus enrolling 4,027 students in Fairbanks, AK.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,018 put University of Alaska Fairbanks's Liberal Arts & Humanities program 38% above the national median of $27,616 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

The 26.6x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

With only 0% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 13%. Career paths for Liberal Arts & Humanities are among the more automation-resistant trades we analyze.

The $21,000 debt-to-$38,018 income ratio translates to about 7 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

Ranked #337 out of 830 programs, University of Alaska Fairbanks's Liberal Arts & Humanities offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Earnings growth is modest: $38,018 to $44,681 over five years (18% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

46 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
46
Low End
46
Score
46
High End
Earnings $38,018/yr (38% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (100% shielded)
Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$459K
4.1% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
26.6x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
1 of 1
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$17,280
Out-of-state: $45,504
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,000
6.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$44,681
18% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490 +1.8% 100%
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78,490
+1.8% growth 100% AI-proof

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 46/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Liberal Arts & Humanities at University of Alaska Fairbanks?
This program scores 46/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts & Humanities. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Is Liberal Arts & Humanities from University of Alaska Fairbanks a future-proof career choice?
For University of Alaska Fairbanks graduates, AI risk is minimal. Liberal Arts & Humanities rated "AI-Proof" — 100% of the work involves hands-on skills that current AI simply can't perform.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →