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GOING TO

COLLEGEIN ALASKAand Career Training

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3 College in Alaska/Your Choice4 After High School5 Applying to College/Training6 Paying for Education8 Alaska Performance Scholarship9 UA Scholars/College Savings Plan 10 Alaska’s Top Jobs 11 Job Openings/Power of Education 12 Regional Training Centers13 Programs for Alaska's High Demand Jobs

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14 Alaska Bible CollegeAlaska Career College

15 Alaska Christian CollegeAlaska Pacific University

16 AVTEC-Alaska’s Institute of TechnologyCentral Texas College

17 Charter CollegeEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University

18 University of Alaska Anchorage19 UAA Kenai Peninsula College

UAA Kodiak College20 UAA Prince William Sound Community College

Wayland Baptist University21 UAA Matanuska-Susitna College

UAF Community & Technical College22 University of Alaska Fairbanks23 Ilisagvik College

UAF Chukchi Campus24 UAF Northwest Campus

UAF Kuskokwim Campus25 UAF Interior-Aleutians Campus

UAF Bristol Bay Campus26 University of Alaska Southeast27 UAS Ketchikan Campus

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COLLEGE IN ALASKA

YOUR CHOICE

Higher education, either college orvocational training, provides youwith opportunities and choices notavailable to high school graduates.

As an upperclassman in highschool, you no doubt know by nowthat your progression in life isfueled by an unending series ofdecisions. One of the biggestdecisions now facing you is—whatnext? Going to College in Alaska isprovided so that no matter how youchoose to answer thatquestion—your choice can be awell-informed one.

As decisions go, continuing youreducation beyond high school canbe a MILLION DOLLAR DECISION. Tohelp in narrowing down yourchoices Going to College in Alaskaincludes valuable facts andinformation about: choosing aprogram that fits you and yourinterests, Alaska’s hot jobs andwage and employment outlook,free and low-cost financial aid, anddiverse education and trainingopportunities right here in Alaska.

Where to start and what toconsider? Start by finding thecollege or training program that fitsyou. Do that by looking at schoolsof interest and considering: cost,location, admission requirements,

financial aid availability, program ordegrees offered, or study abroadoptions as well as the funextracurricular stuff such asintramural or intercollegiate sportsand campus life events andactivities. Going to College in Alaskaoffers a snapshot of your Alaskaoptions. It will be up to you to learnmore about them.

The fine print is something you alsowant to pay attention to. If youdecide to start up the educationalladder one rung at a time, enrollingfirst in a certificate program andthen moving to an associate’sdegree and then to a bachelor’sdegree, etc., you really need to doyour homework about thetransferability of any credits youwill earn at one school to another.To avoid taking (and paying for) thesame or similar courses more thanonce on your way to a degree, lookinto an institution’s credit transferprocess and get a clear answerBEFORE you commit.

So get started today! If you needinformation that is not included inthis publication, please visitacpe.alaska.gov, or call our callcenter, (800) 441-2962 forpersonalized assistance.Remember—it’s your life and yourchoice!


Community Colleges usually serve city, borough, or regionresidents. They typically offer vocational certificates and associate'sdegrees and have open admissions, meaning minimal entrancerequirements. EXAMPLE: Ilisagvik College in Barrow providespostsecondary academic, vocational and technical educationtraining in an environment designed to embrace Inupiat culture,language, values, and traditions and enable local residents to thriveand succeed.

Vocational Schools & Colleges offer career and technicaltraining in a "hands on" environment. Vocational schools may bepublic or private. EXAMPLE: AVTEC - Alaska’s Institute ofTechnology in Seward is a public school within the AlaskaDepartment of Labor and Workforce Development, specializing injob training for the Alaska workforce. Private vocational schools orcolleges are also referred to as proprietary schools. Theseinstitutions, if accredited, are generally nationally accredited andare privately owned by for-profit businesses. EXAMPLE: AlaskaCareer College is a private vocational school offering specificcourses to meet the requirements of the growing industries inhealthcare, business, and computer technology.

Four-Year Colleges & Universities grant a broad arrayof bachelor's degrees, also called the baccalaureate (Bachelor ofArts or Bachelor of Science). Many also offer vocationalcertificates, associate's and master's degrees. EXAMPLE:University of Alaska, Alaska Pacific University, or WaylandBaptist are regionally accredited public or private non-profitcolleges.

CHOOSING A COLLEGE

CONSIDER:n Location - Want to be

close to or far fromhome?

n Academic Strengths -Do you prefer “hands on”training or academiclearning?

n Classroom/StudentBody Size - Large orsmall?

n Costs - Is low-costfinancial aid available?

n Other Goals/Interests- Do they offerextracurricular activitiesthat interest you?

In Alaska, students can access a variety ofpostsecondary institutions offering vocationalprograms, certificates, two-year degrees, four-yeardegrees, and graduate programs. Alaska's institutionsoffer highly diverse programs of study designed tomeet the individual needs of students as they preparefor future careers and Alaska's workforce demands.

AFTER HIGH SCHOOL



Apply to schools that best fit yourinterests and offer programsmatching your goals. You can getapplications by contacting theadmission office or apply onlinethrough the school's web site.You need to complete anapplication or register for courses foreach school you are interested inattending.

Tip! Your application will be yourintroduction to an institution, andyou want to make a good impression.Make note of deadlines and submityour application or registration bythose dates. Be sure to thoroughlycomplete all requested documentationand meet the deadline. If an essay isrequired, take the time to make ityour best writing, and make sure youask someone to proofread it for you.Keep a copy of your application andany attachments for your records. GETTING ADMITTED Institutions have admissionsrequirements, which vary by school.To make an admissions decision,institutions will carefully review theinformation you provide on yourapplication and may require apersonal interview.

OPENADMISSIONS Many colleges and vocationalschools have open admission policies.This means that in some cases, youmay qualify to begin taking classeswithout being formally admitted to adegree program. However, it’s stillbest to be admitted to a program, ifyou wish to qualify for financial aid.Consult each school for specificadmissions policies.

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS CAN REQUIRE:> personal information > letters of recommendation

> educational experience > awards and honors

> high school transcript > extracurricular activities

> standardized test scores > work experience

> class rank > essay

APPLYING toCOLLEGE

/TRAINING


START HERE: Every year, fill out a Free Application for Federal StudentAid (FAFSA) from the U.S. Department of Education,regardless of your family’s income. If at all possible, usethe FAFSA-on-the-Web for the quickest and easiest way tofile.

WHEN:It’s available on January 1st of each year, so file it then orshortly thereafter. Make sure you file the FAFSA for theacademic year in which you plan to enroll – and remember,you will need to file the renewal in each year you seek aid.

WHY: The FAFSA determines your annual eligibility for federaland state financial aid programs such as grants like thePell Grant, scholarships like the Alaska PerformanceScholarship, work-study, and lower-cost education loans.It’s also required to qualify for many campus-based andprivate scholarships.

HOW:Applying is fast, safe, free and easy at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

If you’d like one-on-one assistance, find a FAFSACompletion event or other resources at acpe.alaska.gov.

THEN WHAT?Shortly after submitting the FAFSA, you’ll receive aStudent Aid Report (SAR), which will tell you moreabout what aid you qualify for, and your Expected FamilyContribution toward your college expenses.

GRANTS:Grants are gift aid, meaning you don’t have to pay themback. Award amounts are generally based on eligibilityrequirements such as your unmet financial need, and thecost of attending your school. n Federal Pell Grantn Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant(FSEOG)

n AlaskAdvantage Education Grant

FEDERAL WORK STUDY: This is part-time,on-campus employment to help students pay for college.

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STUDENTFINANCIAL AID CAN HELP YOUREACHYOURGOALS!

TIP Every college you apply to will also have its own financial aid deadlines. Make sure you meet them. TheFAFSA is a free application and you should not be charged a fee. If a fee is requested, chances areyou have logged on to the incorrect web address. Try again at www.fafsa.ed.gov. If you think you

will not be eligible for grants or work-study, it is still a good idea to fill out a FAFSA to ensure you are consideredfor scholarships such as the APS and that any loans you apply for are those with the lowest interest rates possible.If you need additional loan funds beyond the amount available through the federal Stafford loan, research yourlender options to find the lowest interest rates and costs.

SCHOLARSHIPS:Scholarships are also gift aid – free money! They may be awarded foracademic achievement, talent, skill, community service, leadership, schoolactivities, or your affiliation with a particular club, orcivic/regligious/fraternal organization. Scholarships can be awarded byyour school or college or by any organization sponsoring the scholarship.Be aware that many online scholarship search services may charge a fee.There is no need to pay a fee as there are several free searches available.For a free scholarship search try: www.akcis.org or www.fastweb.com.

n Alaska Performance Scholarship - Alaska now offers ascholarship to Alaska high school graduates whocompleted a specified rigorous high school curriculum,and meet GPA and test score requirements. The FAFSA isthe application for the APS. Talk to your high schoolcounselor for more information or visit APS.alaska.gov.

TYPES OF LOANS:Education loans are borrowed money that must be paid back.

> STUDENTFEDERAL LOANS

n Perkins - Based on need (offered by participating schools) n Stafford Subsidized - Based on need. The government pays the intereston this loan while in school.

n Stafford Unsubsidized - Not based on need. Any student can apply. For more information, go to studentloans.gov

STATE LOANSn Alaska Supplemental Education Loan (ASEL) - Low-cost state loan forstudents who cannot meet all their need through grants and scholarshipsor federal aid. For more information go to acpe.alaska.gov

SPECIALIZED ALASKA STATE LOANS n Teacher Education Loan (TEL)n A.W. Winn Brindle - Fisheries Loan

> PARENT AND FAMILY


n Federal - PLUS n State - Alaska Family Education Loan (FEL)

ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF AIDn 529 UA College Savings Plan n Personal savings nCommunity and corporate grants and scholarshipsn Service programs such as AmeriCorps n Employer-sponsored tuition assistance programsThere are also state and federal student assistance opportunities for militaryveterans, dependents of veterans who died or became disabled as a resultof active duty, and dependents of military service personnel who wereofficially declared prisoners of war or missing in action. If you think youmay be eligible, consult the veterans coordinator or financial aid office atyour institution for more information.

MAKE WISE CHOICES….MINIMIZE COLLEGEDEBT!To minimize your higher educationdebt, always be diligent in looking forways to reduce your education costs. Have you researched all your optionsfor free money from grants andscholarships? Have you consideredwork-study? Have you looked intostudent exchange programs thatwould allow you to pay in-statetuition but experience out-of-statecolleges? What about militaryoptions? In some cases, student loansmay be repaid for a borrower whilethey serve in the Reserve or theNational Guard. Additionally, somefederal loans may be eligible for thePublic Service Loan ForgivenessProgram.In short, by researching all of youroptions, meeting all financial aiddeadlines, setting up a flexiblespending plan, limiting impulsivebuying, and avoiding high intereststudent loans, you can graduate fromcollege without unnecessary debt.

PAYING FOR

EDUCATION

HOW TO APPLY?Complete a FAFSA

online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov

or call (800) 4-FED-AID

Contact ACPE –your State Higher

Education Agency - at:acpe.alaska.gov or call

(800) 441-2962


WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!What do you think of Going to College in Alaska?

Give us your feedback! Complete this quick online survey by December 31, 2012, for a chance to

WIN an iPOD® shuffle. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/AlaskaColleges

ELIGIBILITY• Complete a specified high school curriculum, and graduate from an Alaska high school in 2011 or later• Achieve a high school GPA of at least 2.5• Earn a minimum score on a qualifying college or career readiness test • Enroll at least half time, in good standing, in a certificate or higher program at a qualifying Alaska institution • Have qualifying unmet costs of attendance after considering all other non-loan aid

AWARD LEVELS

For all scholarship levels: Beginning with the high school graduating class of 2013, a combined WorkKeysscore of 13 or higher - with no score below 4 - in Applied Math, Locating Information, and Reading for Informationmay qualify an otherwise eligible student for a Career/Technical Education (CTE) APS award. The CTE APS awardmay be used to fund a certificate program but not an associate’s or other degree. By qualifying with an ACT or SATscore, students are eligible to pursue a certificate or a degree program.

You can earn up to 8 semesters of aid to be used within 6 years of graduation. For more information, talk to your

high school counselor or visit APS.alaska.gov.

ALASKA PERFORMANCESCHOLARSHIP

Must be an Alaska high school or college student to be eligible to win. Employees and immediate relatives of employees of the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education are not eligible.

First Level Award up to $4,755 per year –• GPA of at least 3.5 • An ACT score of 25+ or• An SAT score of 1680+ or

Second Level Award up to$3,566 per year –• GPA of at least 3.0 • An ACT score of 23+ or• An SAT of 1560+ or

Third Level Award up to$2,378 per year –• GPA of at least 2.5 • An ACT score of 21+ or• An SAT of 1450+ or

To encourage top students to attend the University of Alaska, UA offers eligible Alaskahigh school students an $11,000 scholarship. Eligible students are those ranked in the top10% of their class at the end of the junior year, as designated by a qualified high school.

UA Scholars Program

UA Scholars are making a difference for Alaska!

UA Scholars: • Receive $1,375 per semester for eight semesters of study at a UA school• Can take a two-semester leave of absence• May receive the award in conjunction with the Alaska PerformanceScholarship (APS)

• Are designated by their high school at the end of their junior yearThink you may be eligible for the scholarship? Contact your school counselor today!

Benefits of the UA College Savings Plan:• Easy start – with your PFD or as little as $50/month• Lock in today’s UA tuition value for use in the future• Use at eligible colleges or universities across the country• Tax-deferred growth and federal tax-free distributions for

qualified expensesDo you have an account in the plan? When you’re ready to beginusing it you can request a distribution by calling (800) 478-0003. Ifyou’re attending UA, we can even transfer the funds to your campuselectronically!

Save in Alaska. Study Anywhere.www.uacollegesavings.com | (907) [email protected]

UAF PHOTOS BY TODD PARIS

Clay Allen (top) andAllen Weise (bottom)

UA Scholars

Building Alaska’s Future

The UA College Savings Plan

UA Scholars Program P.O. Box 755120, Fairbanks, AK 99775

www.alaska.edu/scholars | (907) 474-5105, (877) 257-2465


ALASKA’S TOP JOBS BACHELOR’S DEGREE AND ABOVEOCCUPATION WAGE QuartileGeneral Operations Managers $$$$Postsecondary Teachers $$$$Kindergarten and Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $$$$Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Vocational Education $$$$Accountants and Auditors $$$$Chief Executives $$$$Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers $$$$Medical and Health Services Managers $$$$Physician and Surgeon $$$$Financial Managers $$$$Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $$$Lawyers $$$$Construction Managers $$$$Pharmacists $$$$Petroleum Engineers $$$$Civil Engineers $$$$Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $$$$Computer Systems Analysts $$$$

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE OR VOCATIONAL TRAININGRegistered Nurses $$$$Commercial Pilots $$$$Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $$$Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $$$Computer Support Specialists $$$Dental Hygienists $$$$

WORK EXPERIENCE IN A RELATED OCCUPATIONExecutive Secretaries and Administrative Assistants $$$Office and Administrative Support Workers, Supervisors/First Line Managers $$$First Line Supervisors/Managers of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $$$$Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers, Supervisors/First Line Managers $$$$

LONG-TERM ON-THE-JOB TRAININGCarpenters $$$Electricians $$$$Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $$$$Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers $$$Fire Fighters $$$Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines $$$

MODERATE-TERM ON-THE-JOB TRAININGConstruction Laborers $$$Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $$$Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer $$$Dental Assistants $$$Correctional Officers and Jailers $$$

The top jobs list considers more than just earnings, such as projected growth in jobs and openings. For a complete list of Alaska’s Top Jobs, go tohttp://labor.alaska.gov/trends/sep10.pdf.


Source: U.S. Census Bureau | Occupational Outlook Quarterly

Earnings: $$$ = $19.50 - $29.98 hourly ($40,570 - $62,330 annually), $$$$ = More than $29.98 hourly ($62,330 annually). Based on May 2009 OES estimates for Alaska.

Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section (August 20, 2010)

ALASKA JOB OPENINGS through 2018 for Occupations Making at Least $60,000 a Year.

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Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce, Research and Analysis Section

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$69,958MASTER’S DEGREE

$88,867DOCTORAL DEGREE

$103,411PROFESSIONAL

INCOME

EARNINGS RISE FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE MORE EDUCATION.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Survey, Numbers in thousands. People 18 years old and over as of March of the following year.

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DID YOU KNOWTHAT COLLEGEGRADUATES CANEARN AT LEAST AMILLION DOLLARSMORE IN THEIRLIFETIME THANTHOSE WITHOUT ADEGREE?


Your dream job exists in Alaska. Alaska’s Regional Training Centers (RTCs) are public ornon-profit centers charged with creating employmentopportunities in Alaska. RTCs provide coordinated workforcedevelopment, education, and training in conjunction with local,statewide and federal partners to prepare citizens to havesuccessful careers in the Alaska workforce.

• Alaska Technical Center

• AVTEC- Alaska’s Institute of Technology

• Delta Career Advancement Center

• Fairbanks Pipeline Training Center

• GILA- Galena Interior Learning Academy

• Ilisagvik College and North Slope Workforce Training

Partners

• NACTEC- Northwest Alaska Career & Technical Center

• SAVEC- Southwest Alaska Vocational & Education Center

• Southeast Alaska Career Center

• UA Workforce Programs

• Yuut Elitnaurviat- Peoples Learning Center

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CENTERS

RURAL REGIONS

For more information go to http://labor.alaska.gov/awib/cte_programs.htm

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BRISTOL BAY/SOUTHWEST SAVEC, UAF Bristol Bay SAVEC, UAF Bristol Bay

GULF COAST/ANCHORAGE AVTEC, UAA Alaska Career College, AVTEC, AVTEC, Charter College, UAA, UAA- Alaska Career College, AVTEC, UAA Kodiak Charter College, UAA, UAA-KPC KPC Homer, UAA-KPC Kenai, UAA ERAU, UAA, UAA-KPC Kenai

Homer, UAA-KPC Kenai Kodiak, UAA Prince Wm Sound

INTERIOR GILA, UAF, GILA, UAF, UAF Community GILA, UAF, UAF Community Technical GILA, UAF, UAF Community Technical College, Technical College, College, UAF Interior-Aleutians, UAF Community Technical CollegeFairbanks Pipeline Training Center UAF Interior-Aleutians Delta Career Advancement Center

MAT-SU Charter College, UAA Mat-Su Charter College, UAA Mat-Su UAA Mat-Su

NOME/SEWARD PENINSULA NACTEC NACTEC, UAF NW NACTEC, UAF NW NACTEC

NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH Ilisagvik Ilisagvik Ilisagvik Ilisagvik

NORTHWEST ARCTIC BOROUGH Alaska Tech, UAF Chukchi Alaska Tech, UAF Chukchi Alaska Tech, UAF Chukchi Alaska Tech

RURAL SOUTHEAST UAS, UAS Ketchikan, UAS, UAS Ketchikan, UAS, UAS Ketchikan, UAS, UAS Ketchikan, UAS Sitka, UAS Sitka UAS Sitka UAS Sitka

Sitka Ed. Consortium

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PROGRAMS FOR ALASKA'S HIGH DEMAND JOBS

Need to pay for college? Learn all the steps of the financial aid processand create a personalized list of scholarships, grants and loans. Ask yourteacher, school counselor, or career resource advisor about using AKCIS, or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected].

ALASKA BIBLE COLLEGEP.O. Box 289 | Glennallen, Alaska, 99588www.akbible.edu

Explore His word, follow His steps. Alaska Bible Collegeoffers a unique location for study. Class sizes are small, sothere is greater opportunity for more individualizedinstruction. The remote setting,which minimizes distractions,provides opportunity for quietpersonal reflection – to be still andknow God. While the environmentis casual, students can expectacademic standards as high as orhigher than other colleges, andABC welcomes home-schooledstudents.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES:$6,930

PER-CREDIT TUITION: $300

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING: Yes

ANNUAL ROOM & BOARD: $5,400

STUDENT BODY SIZE: 50

STUDENT/TEACHER RATIO: 5:1

DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s

FINANCIAL AID: AvailableApplication Deadline: July 1

ADMISSIONS: Fall Deadline: July 1 Call: (800) 478-7884, (907) 822-3201Email: [email protected]


www.akcis.org

ALASKA CAREER COLLEGE1415 E. Tudor Rd. | Anchorage, Alaska 99507alaskacareercollege.edu

Employers are looking for the best.

Alaska Career College continues to successfully meet thisneed by preparing their students for the workforce withdiligent and committed staff and instructors.

Founded in 1985 (Career Academy), ACC Focuses on growthindustries strategic to the economy of Alaska (health,nursing, aviation, business, accounting, computertechnology).

ACC students are inspired to look above the minimumexpectations to graduate, bymaximizing their talents. AtAlaska Career College it is notjust about investing in youreducation...but also yourself.

ANNUAL TUITION ANDFEES: Program-based ($9,000 - $23,000)


ON-CAMPUS HOUSING: No

DEGREES OFFERED:Diploma,Associate

FINANCIAL AID: AvailableDeadline: Continuous

ADMISSIONS:Deadline: ContinuousCall: (800) 770-7575 or (907) 563-7575Email: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-6 p.m.


Improve your job search skills. Find tips on completing applications,resumes, cover letters, and performing well in interviews. Ask your teacher,school counselor, or career resource advisor about using AKCIS, or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected].

ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY4101 University Dr.| Anchorage, Alaska 99508www.alaskapacific.edu

Look to Alaska Pacific University for high-quality educationand personal attention in every course. APU providesAlaskan students with unique learning opportunities thatyou will not find anywhere else in Alaska or the lower 48.Travel courses, small class size, the Eco League, localinternships, field courses and amazing post-graduateemployment rates are only a few of the benefits ofattending Alaska Pacific University. DiscoverActive Learning! Additionalscholarships are available for Alaskahigh school graduates.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES:$15,000 - $29,700

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING:Yes




DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate,Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s,Doctoral

FINANCIAL AID: AvailableDeadline: Continuous Call: (907) 564-8341

ADMISSIONS: Call: (907) 564-8248 or (800) ALASKA-UEmail: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

www.akcis.org

ALASKA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE35109 Royal Place | Soldotna, Alaska 99669www.akcc.org

Alaska Christian College (ACC) is a Native-focused, Christ-centered institution that encourages all students to reachexcellence in character, learning, and service. During thetwo-year Biblical and general studies education, Godlycharacter is modeled in everyday living, and students aregiven the life skills necessary to become engaged citizensin their homes and communities. The students and staffform a safe, supportive, familial community in whichstudents are introduced to the college experience andgrow in all areas of life: intellectual, emotional, social,physical, and spiritual. Students are encouraged to pursuefurther education upon completion of their time at ACC,as well as to grow personally, serving God and others. Thefriendships and relationshipsformed at ACC will last a lifetime.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES:$7,694



ANNUAL ROOM & BOARD:$6,500



DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate

FINANCIAL AID:AvailableApplication Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 394-2128

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 260-7422 Hours:Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Email: [email protected]

Need career goals? Use interactive assessments and tools, and readdescriptions of more than 500 occupations. Ask your teacher, school counselor,or career resource advisor about using AKCIS, or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected].


www.akcis.org

CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGEAnchorage, Alaska | Fairbanks, Alaskawww.ctcd.edu

Central Texas College is a community college whichbegan in Killeen, Texas in 1965. Central Texas College isaccredited by the Commission on Colleges of theSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools to awardassociate degrees and certificates of completion. Itserves military and civilian personnel throughout theworld and has an open-door admission policy. Programsvary from location to location.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES:$4,800 - $5,760

PER-CREDIT TUITION: $160 - $185



ON-CAMPUS HOUSING:No

DEGREES OFFERED:Associate

FINANCIAL AID: Fall Deadline:June 1Priority/Scholarship Deadline:March 31

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 428-1317 - Fort Richardson and Elmendorf AFB; (907) 356-3863 – Fort WainwrightEmail: [email protected]

AVTEC-ALASKA’S INSTITUTE OFTECHNOLOGYP.O. Box 889 | Seward, Alaska 99664 | www.avtec.edu

AVTEC – Alaska’s Institute of Technology offers industry-specific programs in occupations relating to Alaska’sexpanding and unique economy. AVTEC is a division of theAlaska Department of Labor and Workforce Developmentand responds to the needs of Alaska with industry-approved certifications and/or licenses. Placing 93% of itsgraduates in jobs, AVTEC works with more than 200business partners around the state. AVTEC is a friendly andcaring school, dedicated to helping all students achievethe highest level of technical knowledge and workplaceskills. All training programs are lessthan one year!

TUITION AND FEES: Program-based($1,320 - $5,000)


ROOM & BOARD: Program-based($2,095 - $7,800)

STUDENT BODY SIZE: 1,500


DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate

FINANCIAL AID:AvailableDeadline: Continuous

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 224-6157 or (907) 224-6160Email: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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EMBRY-RIDDLEAERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITYAnchorage, Alaska | Fairbanks, Alaska | www.erau.edu

The leaders of tomorrow are studying with Embry-Riddle today!Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the world’s premierinstitution for aviation and aerospace higher education. Whatwe do best is teach the science, practice, and business of theworld of aviation and aerospace. For more than 40 years,Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Worldwide has beenserving the needs of adult students by delivering courses anddegree programs online, through web video conferencing inthe classroom or at home, and in the classroom through anetwork of more than 150 locations around the world. Wemake it easier for you to achieve your goals. Now you can get atop-notch Embry-Riddle education right here in Alaska. Weoffer Bachelor’s and Master’s programs specializing inManagement, Aviation Safety, Logistics and OccupationalSafety & Health. All academic programs at Embry-Riddle areapproved for veterans’ educational benefits and areaccompanied by personalized academic advisement.

ANNUAL TUITION & FEES: Program-based

PER-CREDIT TUITION: $250-$525



DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s,Master’s, Doctoral

FINANCIAL AID: Available E-mail: [email protected]

ADMISSIONS: Call:Anchorage – (907) 753-9367; Fairbanks (907) 356-7773 E-mail: [email protected]

CHARTER COLLEGE2221 E. Northern Lights Blvd., Suite 120,Anchorage, Alaska 99508 | 721 W. Parks Highway,Wasilla, Alaska 99654 | www.CharterCollege.edu

Charter College offers certificate, associate andbachelor degree programs in health care, business,the legal field, criminal justice, informationtechnology, and select trade careers. We strive toprovide students with a career-focused educationthat is relevant in today’sworkspace, technology and focus.Note: Not all programs are offeredat both campuses.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES:Program-based



DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate,Bachelor’s

FINANCIAL AID:Available Application Deadline: Continuous

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall:Wasilla - (907) 352-1000; Anchorage - (907) 277-1000Email: [email protected]

Need Help Funding Your Future? Contact the Success Center staff. We can assist you.Call (877) 577-3367 to schedule an appointment or come in today! Located in theDimond Center Mall.Open Weekdays 9:00 am — 5:00 pm

Are you considering the military? Get the facts! Review information on militarystructure, military life, how education pays, and what is expected of you. Askyour teacher, school counselor, or career resource advisor about using AKCIS,or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected].


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UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA ANCHORAGE3211 Providence Dr | Anchorage, Alaska 99508 | www.uaa.alaska.edu

Located in the heart of Alaska’s largest city is the state’s largestpostsecondary institution, the University of Alaska Anchorage. Thecampus is nestled in the middle of a greenbelt, surrounded by lakes,ponds and wildlife, and is connected to a city-wide trail systemperfect for students’ active lifestyles.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES (RESIDENT): $5,294






DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s,Doctoral, Occupational Endorsement

VIRTUAL TOUR:http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/futurestudents/campus_tour.cfm

FINANCIAL AID:AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline: February 15Call: (907) 786-1586Email: [email protected]

ADMISSIONS: Fall Deadline: June 15 Call: (907) 786-1480Email: [email protected]:Mon-Thu 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

UAA KENAI PENINSULA COLLEGEKenai River Campus 156 College Rd. Soldotna, Alaska99669 | Kachemak Bay Campus 533 E. Pioneer Ave.Homer, AK 99603 | Anchorage Extension Site 3901 OldSeward Hwy. , Anchorage, AK 99503 | Resurrection BayExtension Site, Seward High School Seward, AK 99664 |KENAI PENINSULA COLLEGE: Toll-free to any KPC location(877) 262-0330 | www.kpc.alaska.edu

As part of the UA system, Kenai Peninsula College (KPC)is able to offer its students the best of both worlds —the feel of a small college with the resources of a largeruniversity. Small enough to connect with professors yetlarge enough to help you evolve into who you want tobe. With two campuses, twoextension sites and a largevariety of high-quality, award-winning online courses, KPC hasa place for you! Student housingcoming to the Kenai RiverCampus in Aug. 2013!

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES(RESIDENT): $5,490


ON-CAMPUS HOUSING:No(Planned for 2013)



DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s,Occupational Endorsement

VIRTUAL TOUR: www.kpc.alaska.edu/KPC/virtualtours

FINANCIAL AID:AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline: February 15

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 262-0300 or (907) 262-0311Hours:Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

UAA KODIAK COLLEGE117 Benny Benson Dr. | Kodiak, Alaska 99615www.koc.alaska.edu

Kodiak College invites you to explore an exciting array ofeducational options, from transfer degrees to technicaltraining and personal enrichment courses. Kodiak Collegeis a public, two-year campus of the University of AlaskaAnchorage, situated in the Gulf of Alaska on the secondlargest island in the United States. Our unique coastalenvironment and culturally-diverse community offer awide variety of opportunities both in and out of theclassroom.






DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate,Associate, Bachelor’s, OccupationalEndorsement

FINANCIAL AID: AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline:February 15Call: (907) 486-1214

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 486-1235 Email: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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UAA PRINCE WILLIAM SOUNDCOMMUNITY COLLEGEP.O. Box 97 | 303 Lowe Street | Valdez, Alaska 99686www.pwscc.edu

Nestled between the towering Chugach Mountains andscenic Prince William Sound, PWSCC provides academic,developmental, and vocational education and training toresidents of Valdez, Cordova, and the Copper Basin region.A comprehensive array of distance and online classesextend our educational services to students across thestate and country. Its mission is to provide an academically-sound and transferable liberal arts and general educationcurriculum. PWSCC is the home of Alaska’s first and onlyCollegiate Archery Club.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES: $4,260



ANNUAL ROOM & BOARD: $4,910 -$6,910



DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate,Associate, OccupationalEndorsement

FINANCIAL AID:Available Priority/ScholarshipDeadline: February 15 Call: (907) 834-1600 Email: [email protected]

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 834-1645 Email: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8a.m.-5p.m.

WAYLAND BAPTIST UNIVERSITY7801 East 32nd Avenue | Anchorage, AK 99504-4084www.wbu.edu/colleges-in-anchorage/

“Wayland Really Cares.” This is evident in everything atWayland, where students enjoy an academically-challenging, learning-focused and distinctively Christianenvironment that eagerly welcomes people of all faithsand beliefs. Successful learning is built on relationships,and at Wayland, instructors know their students by name.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES: $8,750 - $11,600

PER-CREDIT TUITION: $242-$282




DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s,Master’s

FINANCIAL AID: Available Deadline: Continuous

ADMISSIONS: Fall Deadline:August 15Call:Anchorage - (907) 333-2277Hours:Mon-Thu 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Want more details on the schools in these profiles? AKCIS provides a detailedprofile of each Alaska school including information on student services, sports,and activities. Ask your teacher, school counselor, or career resource advisorabout using AKCIS, or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected].


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UAF COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGEP.O. Box 758040 | Fairbanks, Alaska 99775www.ctc.uaf.edu

UAF’s Community and Technical College offers more than40 one- and two-year programs designed to improve jobskills and employment options, all in a friendlyenvironment with personalized support services. Manyclasses are offered in the evenings, on weekends or onlineto accommodate students with families or full-time jobs.






DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate,Associate, Occupational Endorsement

FINANCIAL AID:AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline:February 15Call: (907) 455-2832 or (888) 474-7256

ADMISSIONS: Continuous Fall Deadline: June 15Call: (907) 455-2800 or (877) 882-8827Email: [email protected]:Mon- Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.


UAA MATANUSKA-SUSITNA COLLEGEP.O. Box 2889 | 829 E. College Dr. | Palmer, Alaska 99645www.matsu.alaska.edu

Matanuska-Susitna College is acommunity campus of theUniversity of Alaska Anchoragelocated on a 950-acre site on TrunkRoad between Palmer and Wasilla.MSC offers an array of career andtechnical degree programs as well asthe general education classes you’llneed to start a bachelor’s degree.The Mat-Su Valley is a beautiful areaof rivers and mountains and is the fastest-growing area of the state. Experience the unique benefitsof learning within a small campus environment;accessible, tenured faculty and friendly, dedicated staffmake MSC the perfect place to discover and develop yourpotential.






DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, OccupationalEndorsement

FINANCIAL AID: Available Deadline:April 30Priority/Scholarship Deadline: February 15 Call: (907) 745-9746 Email: [email protected]

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 745-9746 Email: [email protected]:Mon-Thu 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Questions about the FAFSA? Our knowledgeable staff members are available to assist you in the Success Center. Contact us at (877) 577-3367. No appointmentnecessary and walk-ins are always welcomed! Located in the Dimond Center Mall.Open Weekdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA FAIRBANKSP.O. Box 757480 | Fairbanks, Alaska 99775 | www.uaf.edu

UAF is Alaska’s top teaching and research university and the state’s leadingPh.D.- granting institution, located in a classroom and lab as big Alaskaitself. With a network of community campuses throughout the state, UAFgives students the education they want and need – where they live andwork.




ANNUAL ROOM AND BOARD: $7,200



DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s,Doctoral, Occupational Endorsement

FINANCIAL AID:AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline: February 15Other deadlines: VaryCall: (907) 474-7256 or (888) 474-7256

ADMISSIONS: ContinuousFall Deadline: June 15Call: (907) 474-7500 or (800) 478-1823Email: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.


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Need help choosing a school? Use the School Sort in AKCIS to pick yourpreferences, and match them against schools in Alaska and throughout the U.S.Ask your teacher, school counselor, or career resource advisor about usingAKCIS, or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected].

ILISAGVIK COLLEGEP.O. Box 749 | Barrow, Alaska 99723www.ilisagvik.edu

Located within the heart of the beautiful North Slope,Ilisagvik College is Alaska’s only Tribal College, and is thestate’s only accredited, Alaska-Native-controlled highereducation institution. Every program we offer at thecollege not only models our Iñupiat traditions, values, andculture, but also has substantial career and employmentopportunities in the Arctic as well as elsewhere in Alaska.We serve students at our campus in Barrow and viadistance delivery.







DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate,Associate, OccupationalEndorsement

FINANCIAL AID:AvailableDeadline: ContinuousCall: (800) 478-7337 ext. 1708 or (907) 852-1708

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (800) 478-7337 ext. 1757 or (907) 852-1757Email: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

UAF CHUKCHI CAMPUSP.O. Box 297 | Kotzebue, Alaska 99752www.uaf.edu/chukchi/

Thanks to state-of-the-art technology, students dedicatedto their communities can pursue one of the manycertificates or degrees through UAF’s Chukchi Campus(CC). CC is specifically equipped to serve residents of theNorthwest Arctic who aspire to a career in the region andwant to get an education without having to leave home.






DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate,Bachelor’s, Master’s, OccupationalEndorsement

FINANCIAL AID:AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline: February 15Call: (907) 224-6157

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 442-3400 or (800) 478-3402Hours:Mon- Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.


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Need help staying on track? Use the My Career Plan in AKCIS to track yourgoals for education and career training, and then monitor your progress. Askyour teacher, school counselor, or career resource advisor about using AKCIS,or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected].

UAF NORTHWEST CAMPUSP.O. Box 400 | Nome, Alaska 99762www.nwc.uaf.edu

For more than three decades,Northwest Campus has been helpingresidents of the Bering Strait regionreach their education and workforcetraining goals without having tomove away from home. Whetherpursuing a degree, mastering job skills orlearning for the joy of it, students expandtheir horizons at Northwest Campus.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES (RESIDENT):$5,040





DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s,Master’s, Occupational Endorsement

FINANCIAL AID: AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline: February 15Other Deadlines: VaryCall: (800) 478-2202 ext 8416

ADMISSIONS: ContinuousFall Deadline: June 15Call: (800) 478-2202 ext 8416Email: [email protected] Hours:Mon- Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

LEARNING CENTERS:Unalakleet: (907) 624-3157 or (888) 624-3158Shishmaref: (907) 649-2287 or (855) 649-2287

UAF KUSKOKWIM CAMPUSP.O. Box 368 | Bethel, Alaska 99559www.bethel.uaf.edu

Kuskokwim Campus (KuC) is in Bethel, Alaska, the hub ofthe Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. You can study surroundedby the rich cultural heritage of Yup’ik, Cup’ik andAthabaskan villages. The largest of UAF’s rural campuses,KuC offers residential life, general and unique academicsupport programs, and people dedicated to makingyour success our success.







DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate,Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s

FINANCIAL AID: AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline:February 15Call: (907) 543-4563 Email: [email protected]

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 543-4562Email: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.


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College Bound, Vocational Training or Career Transitioning? Stop by the SuccessCenter for individual assistance with college preparation, planning and fundingyour future. Contact us at (877) 577-3367 or come in today! Located in theDimond Center Mall. Open Weekdays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

UAF BRISTOL BAY CAMPUSP.O. Box 1070 | Dillingham, Alaska 99576www.uaf.edu/bbc

Obtaining a good education doesn’t have to mean leavinghome. UAF’s Bristol Bay Campus helps students achievetheir dreams, from earning a certificate or degree toenhancing their job skills. Many classes are offered viadistance delivery in the evenings, so students who workcan still get the education they want. Our student servicesdepartment is here for advising and assisting withfinancial aid. Many sources of funding are available.






DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate,Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s,Occupational Endorsement

FINANCIAL AID:AvailablePriority/ScholarshipDeadline: February 15

ADMISSIONS: Call: (907) 842-5109 or(800) 478-5109Email: [email protected]: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (Mon-Thur until 8 p.m. Sept 6-May 14)

LEARNING CENTERS: King Salmon: (907) 246-4292 Togiak: (907) 493-5938


UAF INTERIOR-ALEUTIANS CAMPUSP.O. Box 757480 | Fairbanks, Alaska 99775www.uaf.edu/iac

UAF’s Interior-AleutiansCampus integrates lifelongeducation with rural andAlaska Native communities,cultures and ways of life.I-AC brings the universityto people who cannot attendclasses in Fairbanks, focusing onthe specific needs of eachcommunity. From preparingstudents for college to offeringcertificates and associate and bachelor’s degrees, I-AC iscommitted to students’ success, wherever they are.






DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s,Occupational Endorsement

FINANCIAL AID: AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline: February 15Call: (907) 474-6493 or (888) 474-5207 opt 1 ext 4

ADMISSIONS: Deadline: ContinuousCall: (907) 474-6493 or (888) 474-5207 opt 1 ext 3Email: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.


UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA SOUTHEAST11120 Glacier Highway | Juneau, Alaska 99801 | www.uas.alaska.edu

UAS offers a supportive learning community amidst unparalleled natural beauty. The University of Alaska Southeast iscommitted to providing opportunities for students to reach their academic, personal and career goals. UAS consists of fourschools. Students in the School of Arts and Sciences receive a personalized education amidst spectacular natural beauty in thehumanities, social sciences or natural sciences. Undergraduates in the sciences can study glaciers on the Juneau Ice Field orwhales in their natural habitat of the Inside Passage. The School of Education is known for its undergraduate and graduateprograms; students can earn a Master of Arts in Teaching degree in one year. The School of Management offers degrees inAccounting, Business, Information Systems and Public Administration either on-campus or via e-Learning. Career Educationincludes programs in health sciences, construction, automotive, diesel and mining technology.







DEGREES OFFERED: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, OccupationalEndorsement

FINANCIAL AID:Available Priority/Scholarship Deadline: February 15Call: (907) 796-6255 or (877) 465-4827

ADMISSIONS: Deadline:August 1 Call: (907) 796-6100 Email: [email protected] Hours:Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Are you considering self-employment? Learn what it means to be anentrepreneur, and discover if self-employment is right for you. Ask your teacher,school counselor, or career resource advisor about using AKCIS, or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected]. www.akcis.org

UAS KETCHIKAN CAMPUS2600 7th Avenue | Ketchikan, Alaska 99901www.ketch.alaska.edu

The ocean and mountain scenery of Ketchikan is aprofound and soul-nourishing backdrop for the UASKetchikan campus. UAS Ketchikan offers courses anddegree programs to students across the region and thestate. UAS Ketchikan also provides GED preparation,testing and local workforce development training.

ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES(RESIDENT): $5,249






FINANCIAL AID:AvailablePriority/ScholarshipDeadline: February 15Call: (907) 796-6255 or (907) 796-6100

ADMISSIONS: Fall Deadline:August 1Call: (907) 228-4511 or (888) 550-6177E-mail: [email protected]:Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

UAS SITKA CAMPUS1332 Seward Avenue | Sitka, Alaska 99835www.uas.alaska.edu/sitka

The beautiful and historic city of Sitka is home to the UASSitka Campus. Sitka, the fourth-largest city in the state(2010 population 8,881) is situated on Baranof Island, onthe outer coast of Southeast Alaska. The campus supportssome of the most remote student populations in the statewith a focus on student services for distance learning.Campus renovations have allowed us to bring newfacilities online in order to be fully integrated into Alaska’srural distance learning and telemedicine environment.







FINANCIAL AID: AvailablePriority/Scholarship Deadline: February15

ADMISSIONS: Deadline:August 1Call: (907) 747-7703 or (800) 478-6653E-mail: [email protected]:Mon-Thu 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri 8a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m.-1 p.m.


Want information on Green Jobs? Learn all about what it means to be green,how occupations and industries are greening, and how you can work towardsa green job. Ask your teacher, school counselor, or career resource advisorabout using AKCIS, or call toll-free (877) 269-7974 or [email protected]. www.akcis.org

ACT TesT DATesOctober 27, 2012December 8, 2012February 9, 2013April 13, 2013June 8, 2013*

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