AK School Directory
Compare 21 accredited trade schools across 13 cities — tuition, programs, and AK licensing rules
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Trade Programs
Alaska is home to 21 accredited trade schools and vocational training programs across 13 cities. Whether you're looking for hands-on training in the skilled trades, healthcare, or technology fields, AK offers a range of programs designed to help you start a rewarding career in as little as a few months.
Trade schools in Alaska provide focused, career-oriented education that gets you into the workforce faster than a traditional four-year degree. Programs typically combine classroom instruction with practical, hands-on training so you graduate with real-world skills employers are looking for.
Median listed tuition across 17 Alaska schools that publish a price is $7,230, ranging from $4,108 to $18,341. The table below breaks that down by program — every figure comes from the tuition these schools publish, not a national average.
| Program | Programs | Median tuition | Range | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🔥 Welding | 20 | $5,388 | $3,000–$24,882 | 6-18 months |
| 🩺 Medical Assistant | 20 | $7,724 | $3,869–$24,256 | 9-12 months |
| 💻 IT & Networking | 18 | $7,738 | $1,500–$24,256 | 6-24 months |
| 🪚 Carpentry | 14 | $6,503 | $3,000–$7,738 | 6-24 months |
| 🚗 Automotive Technician | 13 | $7,230 | $4,929–$15,000 | 6-24 months |
| ❄️ HVAC Technician | 11 | $8,217 | $3,287–$24,882 | 6-24 months |
| 👨🍳 Culinary Arts | 10 | $7,230 | $3,287–$7,738 | 6-24 months |
| 🚚 CDL Training | 9 | $5,388 | $2,460–$8,217 | 3-8 weeks |
| ⚡ Electrician | 9 | $7,738 | $4,920–$15,000 | 9-24 months |
| 🦷 Dental Assistant | 9 | $16,671 | $4,920–$24,256 | 9-12 months |
| 💊 Pharmacy Technician | 8 | $18,341 | $7,738–$24,256 | 6-12 months |
| 🐾 Veterinary Technician | 8 | $18,341 | $7,738–$24,256 | 18-24 months |
| 🔧 Plumbing | 6 | $6,115 | $3,287–$15,000 | 9-24 months |
| 💇 Cosmetology | 2 | — | — | 9-15 months |
| 💆 Massage Therapy | 1 | $16,170 | $16,170 | 6-12 months |
Based on the 21 schools listed on Trade Schools Review in Alaska. Median is calculated across programs with a published tuition figure; schools that quote on request are excluded. Confirm current pricing with the school.
The lowest published tuition among Alaska schools in our directory. Public community and technical colleges dominate this list — they charge in-district rates for the same credentials private career colleges sell at several times the price.
Seward, AK · Vocational Institute
$4,108
listed tuition
Utqiaġvik, AK · Community College
$4,920
listed tuition
Kotzebue, AK · Career Center
$5,000
listed tuition
Soldotna, AK · Community College
$5,000
listed tuition
King Salmon, AK · Vocational Institute
$5,000
listed tuition
Bethel, AK · Vocational Institute
$5,000
listed tuition
Kodiak, AK · Community College
$5,616
listed tuition
Palmer, AK · Private Trade School
$5,775
listed tuition
Anchorage has the most options in the state with 6 schools. Pick a city to compare local programs, tuition, and schedules.
1415 E. Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507
$16,245
255 students
2221 East Northern Lights Boulevard, Suite 120, Anchorage, AK 99508
$18,341
2,277 students
2221 East Northern Lights Boulevard, Suite 120, Anchorage, AK 99508
$18,341
2,277 students
2650 E Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99508
$0
1,100 students
3211 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508
$7,738
1,990 students
3211 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508
$7,738
1,990 students
721 W Parks Highway, Wasilla, AK 99654
$18,341
2,277 students
721 W Parks Highway, Wasilla, AK 99654
$18,341
2,277 students
2472 North Seward Meridian Pkwy, Wasilla, AK 99654
$0
800 students
604 Barnette Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701
$7,230
2,318 students
604 Barnette Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701
$7,230
2,318 students
With 21 options to compare, choosing the right trade school takes some research. Here are some key factors to consider when evaluating programs in AK: