Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 64.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $34,468
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $7,377
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 44.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $78/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Associate | $34,526 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $32,477 | $7,984 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $31,495 | $17,318 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $29,413 | $4,808 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. | Certificate | $26,739 | $9,493 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Certificate | $25,194 |
Outcomes Overview
Alaska Career College graduates enter the workforce with relatively manageable debt burdens. The median debt of $7,377 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.21, well below the concerning 1.0 threshold. Monthly loan payments of $78 represent only 2.7% of typical graduate income, making repayment feasible on entry-level salaries. However, only 44.57% of borrowers successfully repay their loans on schedule. The school's 89.7% employment rate shows strong job placement, though median earnings of $34,468 lag behind many career college graduates nationally. Most alumni find work in healthcare support, business services, and skilled trades within Alaska's economy. This represents an average return on investment.