Alaska Career College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Alaska Career College was $15,995 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2022 as it was the year before. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the "sticker price" of tuition does not mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students find the actual cost of college is much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make thecost of college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Does Alaska Career College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Alaska Career College is a private institution, so it has the same tuition for students from Alaska as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as Alaska residents.

Attending a school where you qualify for the reduced tuition offered to state residentscan drastically reduce the overall cost of college. Don't forget to verify your state's eligibility criteria for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Alaska Career College?

Tuition at Alaska Career College is the same for each student.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships.

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Alaska Career College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Alaska Career College.

House and Food Costs at Alaska Career College

Alaska Career College doesn't offer on-campus housing for students, so there is no cost for housing, however you should take into account the cost of off-campus housing when looking at the cost of various schools

Meal-plan costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Alaska Career College?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books and supplies depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.

Yearly Fees

Most schools also have fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges have resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Alaska Career College

The cost of getting around in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus walkable? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can impact the amount you'll have to spend just to get around. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, transportation in a city is sometimes expensive, but there may be more buses, trains and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Alaska Career Collegeis in a urban setting in Alaska.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, don’t forget to factor in the cost of things like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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Financial Breakdown for Alaska Career College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better estimate of what is really costs to go to Alaska Career College.

How Much Does Alaska Career College Cost?

What will the cost of attending Alaska Career College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$15,995

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$16,295
Off-Campus	$16,295

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Financial Aid at Alaska Career College

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In 2022, 0 of the 553 undergrads enrolled received financial aid.

Most Common Loans for Alaska Career College Students

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Alaska Career College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Alaska Career College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

Alaska Career College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Alaska Career College students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Alaska Career College seem more manageable.

What will attending Alaska Career College really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Alaska Career College's net cost calculator on their website.

Alaska Career College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

Does Alaska Career College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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