Community Campus Profiles
The Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s Community Campuses train tomorrow’s workforce today. There
are nearly 21,000
students across the entire Â鶹´«Ã½ system — 8,900 are students of Community Campuses or
Community and
Technical Colleges, 43% totaling of the entire Â鶹´«Ã½ student body.
The Â鶹´«Ã½'s community campuses play a pivotal role in serving the entire
state, ensuring access to
postsecondary education for Alaskans in remote and rural areas. These campuses provide
tailored educational
programs that address local needs, offering career and technical education, certificates,
and associate degrees
that are directly aligned with regional industries. By fostering local talent, these
campuses contribute significantly
to the workforce, preparing students for careers in high-demand industries or to continue
their education on a
more advanced postsecondary pathway. Their emphasis on practical, skills-based education
not only enhances
employment opportunities for graduates but also drives economic growth and resilience
across Alaska's diverse
communities. The community campuses of each university within the Â鶹´«Ã½ System create
a pipeline of skilled
professionals who are equipped to meet the state's evolving workforce demands.
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