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Charter College
Anchorage, Alaska · Private for-profit college
Address: 2221 East Norhtern Lights Boulevard, Suite 120, Anchorage, AK 99508 · Phone: (907) 227-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Feb 2026 · Warning · Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Charter College is a private for-profit trade school in Anchorage, Alaska offering medical assistant, HVAC, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ACEN and ABHES.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Charter College carry a median debt of $14,176 and earn a median of $35,504 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Charter College; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 57.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $46,060 | $52,560 | $61,510 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,580 | $77,430 | $102,170 |
| Dental assistants | $40,300 | $57,710 | $61,370 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $49,660 | $80,840 | $98,500 |
| Phlebotomists | $40,300 | $45,900 | $49,080 |
| Medical records specialists | $46,390 | $61,090 | $72,800 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $40,820 | $52,640 | $59,350 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alaska (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 423 | $29,349 | $29,450 | $13,726 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 145 | $38,192 | $35,258 | $14,750 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 93 | $25,252 | $25,817 | $13,210 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 57 | $35,241 | $31,254 | $15,363 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 37 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 28 | not reported | $25,774 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 25 | not reported | $25,194 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $29,349 | $29,450 | $13,726 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Charter College is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Anchorage, Alaska. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and federal financial aid (Title IV, including FAFSA and Pell Grants) can be used here. The campus awards credentials across eight program families, most commonly medical assistant programs, HVAC training, and dental assistant programs, alongside welding, phlebotomy, medical billing and coding, and pharmacy technician training.
Federal data shows 828 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 2,157. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $14,176, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,504. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 57.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students with financial need.
This campus, set in a large city locale, may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs in healthcare support or skilled trades rather than traditional four-year study; program lengths and schedule details are not specified here, so applicants should confirm directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review current outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, and contact the school for details not covered by federal reporting, such as exact program lengths, schedules, and current tuition.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Charter College offers eight program families, most commonly medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and dental assistant schools, along with welding, phlebotomy, medical billing and coding, and pharmacy technician programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Charter College is accredited, by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate and comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Charter College carry a median debt of $14,176, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are $35,504 ten years after entry, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (907) 227-1000 or visit chartercollege.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Charter College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, ownership structure, and how financial aid and outcomes are regulated compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?102845.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on shorter career-training programs in healthcare support and skilled trades may suit adult career-changers, though specific schedule flexibility is not detailed in this data; confirm with the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Charter College at (907) 227-1000 or through its website, chartercollege.edu, for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare campuses offering similar programs.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.