The graduation rate measures the share of students who complete their degree within 150% of normal program time — for a 4-year degree, that's 6 years. A higher rate signals stronger academic support, financial aid, and student services. Low graduation rates may indicate higher dropout risk, often tied to cost, academic fit, or institutional support gaps. Ilisagvik College's 46% graduation rate places it in the Moderate tier — at a moderate completion level.
| # | College | Grad Rate | Rating | Retention | In-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Alaska Vocational Technical Center
Seward
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | 92% | N/A |
| 2 |
Alaska Career College
Anchorage
|
69% | 🔵 Good | 76% | N/A |
| 3 |
Charter College
Anchorage
|
56% | 🟡 Moderate | 25% | $18,375 |
| 4 |
Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage
|
47% | 🟡 Moderate | 68% | $20,760 |
| 5 |
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks
|
38% | 🔴 Below average | 74% | $8,736 |