For the 2024 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 761 students in Alaska (2 public colleges and 0 private colleges).
For Alaska community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,340 per year for in-state students and $3,340 for out-of-state students. (view national tuition costs).
Alaska community colleges have a diversity score of 0.66, which is lower than the national average of 0.71 (view national diversity statistics).
Minority enrollment is 49% (majority American) and the student:teacher ratio is 7:1.
Student by Ethnicity
(AK) School Average
American Indian
25%
Asian
10%
Hispanic
5%
Black
1%
White
51%
Hawaiian
4%
Two or more races
2%
Unknown
2%
Community Colleges in Alaska (2024)
College
Location
Students
303 Lowe Street
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 834-1600
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 834-1600
| 529 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Alaska?
There are 2 community colleges serving 761 students in Alaska.
How much do community colleges cost in Alaska?
For Alaska community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,340 per year for in-state students and $3,340 for out-of-state students.
What is community college diversity score in Alaska?
Alaska community colleges have a diversity score of 0.66, which is lower than the national average of 0.71 (view national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community college in Alaska?
Community colleges in Alaska are approximately 49% minority students (majority American).
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