AVTEC named one of America's Top Vocational Schools by USA Today

July 23, 2025
No. 25-14

SEWARD — The Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) has been selected as one of USA Today's "America's Top Vocational Schools" of 2025, a ranking of 250 top-performing institutions recognized for student success and overall educational value.

The ranking is based on key performance indicators such as graduation rate, graduate salary, years to pay off net price, diversity, and social mobility. These data-driven metrics highlight AVTEC's commitment to providing cost-effective, workforce-aligned training that prepares students for high-demand careers.

"Our programs are built in partnership with industry, and this recognition validates that model. At AVTEC, we train Alaskans for real jobs, in real time, with real results," said Dr. Cory Ortiz, AVTEC Director.

"Vocational education is highly important for Alaska, offering pathways for rewarding careers throughout Alaska. The Department of Labor and Workforce Development is proud to celebrate AVTEC's accomplishment to be listed among the nation's top vocational schools," said Catherine Muñoz, Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

AVTEC is an accredited postsecondary vocational training center operated by the State of Alaska as a Division of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Located in Seward, Alaska, AVTEC provides Alaskans from across the state with hands-on, career-ready training to meet the workforce needs of today and tomorrow.

For information about the training opportunities at AVTEC, visit avtec.edu or contact admissions at (907) 224-3322 or admissions@avtec.edu.

To view the full list of "America's Top Vocational Schools," visit https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/07/21/top-vocational-schools-in-us-ranked-2025/84497925007/.

last updated: July 23, 2025