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Practical Nursing in Alaska

Practical Nursing Schools in Alaska

46 students earned Practical Nursing degrees in Alaska in the 2021-2022 year.

As a degree choice, Practical Nursing is the 13th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Practical Nursing Majors in Alaska

Practical Nursing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 46

Gender Distribution

In Alaska, a practical nursing major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of practical nursing majors in Alaska is as follows:

  • Asian: 15.2%
  • Black or African American: 4.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.5%
  • White: 26.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.3%
  • Other Races: 43.5%
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Jobs for Practical Nursing Grads in Alaska

2,350 people in the state and 2,152,650 in the nation are employed in jobs related to practical nursing.

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Wages for Practical Nursing Jobs in Alaska

A typical salary for a practical nursing grad in the state is $39,830, compared to a typical salary of $29,580 nationwide.

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There are 2 colleges in Alaska that offer practical nursing degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
6,826 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 58%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,684. Graduates earn an average $38,536 after graduation.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
30% Graduation Rate
1,997 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.90% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. The average student takes 4.83 years to complete their degree at UAS.

Practical Nursing Careers in AK

Some of the careers practical nursing majors go into include:

Job Title AK Job Growth AK Median Salary
Nursing Assistants 20% $38,500
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 18% $58,180

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to practical nursing.

Major Annual Graduates in AK
Allied Health Services 191
Health/Medical Admin Services 89
Mental & Social Health Services 60
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 43
Allied Health Professions 42
Dental Support Services 39
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 26
Health Sciences & Services 1

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