B
Good
Score: 63/100
Overall (traditional)
A+
Outcome Rating
92/100 · earnings-weighted

Alaska Vocational Technical Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Seward, Alaska 99664
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 86%
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

452
Total Enrollment
86%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$15,051
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Alaska Vocational Technical Center, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$51,083
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,187
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
100%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
3.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 94th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AK wage index 1.09). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Alaska Vocational Technical Center

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians—$73,899+43%#12 of 319#23—
Precision Metal Working$38,973$53,551+10%#81 of 365#155—
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services$37,409$28,926-11%#75 of 104#93—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Alaska Vocational Technical Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $408,843
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,404/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 99664 (2.7% cap, Seward)

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🏆 Where Alaska Vocational Technical Center Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

79%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$15,051
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,071

Student Demographics

452
Total Students
21%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 3%
Black 2%
Asian 2%
Two or More 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 48%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Alaska Vocational Technical Center?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Alaska Vocational Technical Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Alaska Vocational Technical Center?
The graduation rate at Alaska Vocational Technical Center is 86%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Alaska Vocational Technical Center a good school?
Alaska Vocational Technical Center has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Alaska Vocational Technical Center?
Alaska Vocational Technical Center has a total enrollment of 452 students.

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B
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B
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B
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology