Affordable Online Degrees for Alaska Residents
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ACE vs. Online Colleges in Alaska
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For every $1 ACE students invest in their education, they receive $19.20 in higher future earnings.7
When comparing affordable online degrees in Alaska, your search doesn’t have to stop with institutions close to home. Looking beyond location can help you find an education that better fits your budget, schedule and career goals.
American College of Education (ACE) is a fully online college with programs built around affordable tuition, flexible learning and practical skills for working professionals.
Our high student satisfaction¹ reflects an experience centered on career-relevant coursework, experienced faculty and the flexibility to keep moving forward. With ACE, you can expand your educational options without stretching your budget.
Why Choose ACE?
Your location shouldn’t determine what a quality education costs. ACE makes career-focused learning more accessible through affordable tuition and flexible online coursework2 designed to work around your life.
How ACE Compares
Alaska students have options like the University of Alaska Anchorage, University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Alaska Southeast and Alaska Pacific University. When comparing schools, consider how each one balances cost, flexibility and the value you’ll receive from your education.
ACE offers an online experience with affordability at its core. With multiple annual start dates and asynchronous coursework, you have more opportunities to begin and learn on your terms. See how your options compare below.
| ACE | University of Alaska Anchorage | University of Alaska Fairbanks | University of Alaska Southeast | Alaska Pacific University | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Delivery | Fully online courses2 | Select online options | Select online options | Select online options | Select online options |
| Built for working adults | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Start dates per year | 11 starts | 2-4 starts | 2-4 starts | 2-4 starts | 2-4 starts |
| Student to faculty ratio | 11:13 | 11:14 | 11:14 | 9:14 | 7:14 |
| Cost (online master’s) | Most under $10,0005 (total program cost) | $10,5324 (average annual in-state cost) | $13,0404 (average annual in-state cost) | $12,0334 (average annual in-state cost) | $20,7604 (average annual cost) |
| GRE requirement | Never | Sometimes | Never | Never | Sometimes |
Published tuition and fee figures for comparison institutions reflect annual costs rather than total program cost. As master’s programs commonly span multiple academic years, total costs at comparison institutions may exceed the annual amounts shown.
Our Commitment to Affordable Tuition
A quality degree doesn’t need an overwhelming price tag. ACE keeps tuition affordable so you can invest in your career while keeping your financial future in mind. In fact, 87% of ACE students graduate without student loan debt.6
Our Unique Academic Experience
ACE combines affordable tuition with career-relevant curriculum developed specifically for online learning. Experienced faculty and regularly reviewed programs help ensure what you learn stays practical, current and connected to your professional goals.
Your experience also includes:
- Uniform course design: A consistent structure across courses helps you get comfortable quickly and focus on learning
- Fully asynchronous learning: Aside from hands-on experiences required in some programs, you aren’t required to attend live sessions, giving you greater control over your schedule
- Comprehensive support: Access our writing center, robust digital library and complimentary monthly tutoring throughout your program
How ACE Supports Aspiring Alaska Teachers
ACE offers online teaching degrees for Alaska residents that help aspiring educators develop foundational knowledge and practical skills in instruction, assessment and educational technology.
You can complete an initial licensure certificate or master’s degree at ACE and then take steps toward earning a teaching certificate in Alaska, but you’ll want to ensure you’re aware of any additional requirements.
Programs That Advance Careers
We’re accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and have the online programs you need to advance your career.
Education
Whether you’re looking to become an educator, grow your expertise or advance into administration, ACE equips you with the research, strategies, pedagogies and skills you need.
Business
Dive into today’s business landscape and discover how to address its challenges with relevant skills, practices and technologies that are designed to make a difference.
Healthcare
Healthcare administrators and public health professionals are a driving force in ensuring quality patient care. ACE prepares you to succeed in non-clinical healthcare roles.
Nursing
Nurses looking to become leaders or educators should look no further than ACE to support their career goals with innovative and applicable practices that lead to positive patient outcomes.
FAQs
Is ACE authorized to offer programs to students in Alaska?
Yes! ACE is approved to enroll students in Alaska and other SARA participating states through its home-state authorization in Indiana. Read about this agreement to learn more about how ACE supports out-of-state enrollments.
What do ACE programs offer that online Alaska colleges might not?
ACE combines affordable tuition with flexible online learning designed for working professionals. By considering total program cost alongside academic quality and career relevance, you can choose an education that delivers greater value for your investment. Plus, with every $1 ACE students invest in their education, they receive $19.20 in higher future earnings.7
How can an ACE degree help me get an Alaska teaching certificate?
ACE initial licensure programs help aspiring educators develop foundational teaching knowledge and practical skills in instruction, assessment and educational technology. After completing your program, you can take the appropriate steps toward meeting Alaska’s additional requirements for teacher certification.
1Student Right to Know. Accessed Sept. 14, 2026.
2Some programs also have local practicum, internship or student teaching requirements.
3Internal research conducted in March 2026
4CollegeTuitionCompare: University of Alaska Anchorage, University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Alaska Southeast, Alaska Pacific University. Accessed Sept. 14, 2026.
5This is an estimated value of the cost for tuition and fees. Amounts may vary depending on number of transfer credits applied to the selected program hours, the pace and satisfactory completion of the selected program, receipt of institutional scholarship and/or grant amounts, or adjustments to tuition or fees as described in the Catalog Right to Modify Tuition section. State sales and use tax will apply where required by law.
6Internal research completed in November 2025