Authorization

ACPE provides for the protection and welfare of the citizens of Alaska through the oversight of and support for its postsecondary educational institutions. We serve this mission by establishing minimum standards concerning quality of education, ethical business practices, institutional fiscal responsibility, and student health and safety.

All educational providers and the programs they offer must either be authorized or determined to be exempt from authorization to operate in Alaska.  If you are considering offering postsecondary education in the state of Alaska, please review our frequently asked questions for more information about requirements for postsecondary education providers.

Additional questions about authorization or exemption of postsecondary schools in Alaska? Send us an email, or give us a call at (907) 269-7976.

Alaska Postsecondary Imunization Act
In an effort to increase public awareness of meningococcal disease, the Alaska Postsecondary Immunization Act was signed into law on May 18, 2005. The new law requires that all educational providers give written notice to each student regarding meningococcal disease as described in statute. The educational provider must obtain a signature from each student indicating that the student has either 1) received an immunization against the disease, or 2) received written notification informing them of meningococcal disease. A sample form that may be used to meet the new requirement can be saved to your hard drive where your organization's letterhead may be inserted. You may also download these frequently asked questions and answers for distribution.

Directory of Colleges and Universities in Alaska
Directory of Career and Technical Schools in Alaska