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Alaska Vocational Technical Center
Seward, Alaska · Public technical college
Address: PO Box 889, Seward, AK 99664 · Phone: (907) 224-3322 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Alaska Vocational Technical Center is a public trade school in Seward, Alaska, offering welding, diesel mechanic, and culinary programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Alaska Vocational Technical Center has a 100.0% completion rate and median earnings of $51,083 ten years after entry; median graduate debt is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Alaska Vocational Technical Center is $20,281, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used here, and 3.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $49,660 | $80,840 | $98,500 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $52,000 | $75,580 | $83,210 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $39,170 | $52,190 | $73,120 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $33,627 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | 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 Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) is a public trade and career school in Seward, Alaska, located in a remote rural setting. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for training here. AVTEC's most-awarded programs are in welding, diesel mechanics, and culinary and pastry arts, with welding graduating the largest number of completers.
Federal data show a completion rate of 100.0% for this campus; how that compares with the Alaska state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, but median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,083. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,281, and 3.3% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a relatively low share of low-income enrollment relative to many trade schools nationally.
Given its short, hands-on program families in welding, diesel mechanics, and culinary arts, AVTEC may suit students seeking focused, skills-based training rather than a multi-year associate degree, including adults changing careers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
AVTEC's top programs are welding (19 completers), diesel mechanics (13 completers), and culinary and pastry arts (8 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, AVTEC is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, 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, so FAFSA and Pell Grant funding can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, 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?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (907) 224-3322 or check the College Scorecard link for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,083, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,281.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
AVTEC is a public institution, which typically means state funding and Title IV aid eligibility, as confirmed here.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review current outcome data at the College Scorecard link, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?102711.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families here—welding, diesel mechanics, and culinary arts—are hands-on trade fields, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to discuss fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact AVTEC at (907) 224-3322 or visit https://www.avtec.edu/ for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Alaska Vocational Technical Center at (907) 224-3322 or through its website, https://www.avtec.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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.