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Alaska Career College
Anchorage, Alaska · Private for-profit career college
Address: 1415 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507 · Phone: (907) 563-7575 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Alaska Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Anchorage, Alaska offering medical assistant, massage therapy, and medical billing and coding programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Alaska Career College has a 68.7% completion rate, median graduate debt of $7,377, and median earnings of $34,468 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Alaska Career College is $25,570, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 40.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $46,060 | $52,560 | $61,510 |
| Massage therapists | $34,140 | $134,930 | $139,210 |
| Medical records specialists | $46,390 | $61,090 | $72,800 |
| Phlebotomists | $40,300 | $45,900 | $49,080 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alaska (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 46 | $31,626 | $32,477 | $7,984 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $25,498 | $26,739 | $9,493 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | $31,095 | $29,413 | $4,808 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Alaska Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Anchorage, Alaska, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards credentials across four program families, most commonly medical assistant programs, massage therapy, and medical billing and coding, with medical assistant training being the largest by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 68.7%, though how that compares to the Alaska state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,377, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $34,468. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,570, and 40.4% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a substantial share come from lower-income backgrounds.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, career-oriented training in healthcare support fields such as medical assisting, massage therapy, or medical billing, rather than a multi-year academic degree, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Adults changing careers should independently confirm schedule format, program length, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the school's accreditor or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Alaska Career College offers four program families: medical assistant programs, massage therapy, medical billing and coding, and phlebotomy. Medical assistant training is the largest by number of completers, followed by massage therapy and medical billing and coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Alaska Career College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used to help pay for enrollment.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 68.7%, but how this compares to the Alaska state average is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,377, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,468, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $25,570.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Alaska Career College is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition costs and the type of degree or program focus compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm the duration of specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?103501.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on healthcare support fields like medical assisting, massage therapy, and billing/coding may suit career changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Alaska Career College at (907) 563-7575 or visit https://www.alaskacareercollege.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare outcomes across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.