Alaska Christian College

Alaska Christian College (ACC) is a nonprofit, faith-based college in Soldotna with an explicit mission to serve Alaska Native students through biblical education, Christian formation, and practical preparation for community service. Its main credential is a two-year Associate in Arts, designed to support entry-level work or transfer to further study. The college’s emphasis on small classes, residence life, and close academic support may appeal to students looking for a highly connected campus; applicants should also consider the school’s religious community expectations, location, and current accreditation status as they compare options.

Programs and the behavioral-health pause

ACC’s Associate in Arts offers emphases in Christian Ministry, Paraprofessional Education, and General Studies. The college also lists Behavioral Health, but its academic page says enrollment in that emphasis has been paused since Spring 2025. Do not assume that program is currently accepting new students; ask the admissions office before building a plan around it.

The college’s published degree structure combines 31 credits of general education, 15 credits of biblical core, and 15 credits in the chosen emphasis, along with two seminars and a Ministry Practicum. Christian Ministry is aimed at entry-level service in churches and ministries, especially in Alaska. Paraprofessional Education prepares students for classroom-aide roles, with attention to rural settings. General Studies is the broader option for students seeking a multidisciplinary foundation and possible transfer. ACC provides tutoring, advising, library services, and textbook support; ask a receiving college to review specific courses before assuming all credits will transfer. The academic programs page links to the current catalog and explains the available emphases.

Tuition, scholarships, and Alaska aid

For 2026–27, ACC lists annual tuition of $11,000, room of $6,900, board of $5,850, and fees of $394, for a combined tuition, room, board, and fee estimate of $24,144. It adds estimated transportation of $4,800 and personal expenses of $2,000. Compare those figures with the award letter and ask whether your housing plan changes the total.

The college’s Peaks Academic Scholarship is based on high-school GPA: its published tiers range from $5,000 for a 2.50–2.74 GPA to full tuition for a 3.91–4.00 GPA, with intermediate awards of $6,000, $7,000, and $8,000. ACC also directs students to outside scholarships from Alaska Native, regional, and tribal organizations. The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education lists ACC as eligible for the Alaska Education Grant, a need-based award of $500–$4,000 per academic year; eligibility depends on the program’s requirements and FAFSA information. Contact financial aid about the Alaska Performance Scholarship, federal aid, outside awards, and how they combine. The tuition and financial-aid page has the current cost table, scholarship tiers, and FAFSA guidance.

Admissions, housing, and student support

ACC’s online application page states that there is no application fee. Ask admissions for the checklist and deadlines for your intended term, including transcript and reference requirements, transfer-credit review, placement testing, and any expectations tied to campus life. Students who live on campus can choose among residence halls and apartment-style housing; the college also describes a dining hall, fitness room, study support, recreation, and a counseling center. These services and the rural Kenai Peninsula setting can shape the full cost and day-to-day experience as much as tuition does. Start with the college’s application page, and contact admissions if you need help deciding which emphasis is open or suitable.

Accreditation and authorization

ACC’s website has an accreditation page stating that it is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE). Its current homepage also says the college is applying to renew that accreditation and lists an ABHE site visit planned for March 17–19, 2026, but does not show the result of that visit. The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education separately lists ACC as authorized in Alaska through July 31, 2028; state authorization and institutional accreditation are different statuses. Because the public pages do not clearly state the renewal outcome, prospective students should ask ACC and ABHE for the current written accreditation status before relying on it for aid, transfer, or later study.

Soldotna campus and contact

The main campus is at 35109 Royal Place, Soldotna, AK 99669. The main office number is (907) 260-7422, extension 5500, and the college lists mail@alaskacc.edu for general inquiries. Google Maps lists weekday office hours of 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Alaska Time and closure on weekends; call before traveling, especially in winter, and arrange a visit with admissions. ACC is outside downtown Soldotna, so ask about campus transportation and housing while planning a trip. Its campus-life page describes housing, student support, and the surrounding community.

What public comments can and cannot tell you

The visible Google Maps comments are brief. A recent reviewer praised the people and the college’s mission, while one older negative comment is too unclear to explain the reviewer’s dissatisfaction. Other brief comments express enthusiasm about attending or describe a positive experience. These remarks offer only a thin picture of student life; ask current students about advising, housing, financial-aid support, and the availability of the program you want before deciding.