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Financial Assistance

Going into any type of vocational or academic training program costs money.  Don't let a lack of funds discourage you from reaching your goals.  There are a number of community resources available that might pay for part or all of your training costs here at AEC.  

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Community Resources

There are are variety of community resources available in the Kenai/Soldotna Area that help fund training for individuals who meet certain criteria.  

​If you are not from the area, check with your local Job Center or School Counselor to see if there are similar resources available where you live.

Keep in mind that obtaining funding from these resources can take up to 6 weeks, so it is best to start the process early in case of delays.

Career Support and Training Services
Located in the Kenai Job Center
907.335.3060

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Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Located at 145 Main St. Loop, Kenai
907.283.3133

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Kenaitze Indian Tribe
510 Upland St, Kenai
907.335.7600
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Scholarships

There are are variety of scholarships available for vocational training in the Kenai/Soldotna area.  Some are offered to current high school Seniors, while others are available for adult learners or students currently enrolled in a vocational training program.

Be aware that with most scholarships, applicants must meet certain criteria and must apply by certain deadlines.  Be sure to read all of the requirements for a scholarship before applying.

This list is just a selection of available scholarships in the area.  Check with your School Counselor or the Job Center for an extensive list of scholarships.


​If you are not from the area, check with your local Job Center or School Counselor to see if there are similar resources available where you live.

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Alaska Performance Scholarship

Alaska Education Grant

Soldotna Chamber Scholarships

Kenaitze Indian Tribe Scholarships

The Alaska Community Foundation

Kenai Peninsula Builder's Association

Homer Electric Association

Denali Federal Credit Union

Niche No-Essay Scholarship

Second Chance Scholarships

AFSA High School Senior Scholarships


Bureau of Indian Education Scholarships

Soroptomist "Live your Dreams" for Women
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Student Loans

If you have explored the Community Resources and Scholarships available to you, Student Loans are another way to pay for Vocational Training.

Since students of Vocational Training borrow less money and spend less time in school, they are able to begin paying the loan back sooner and become debt-free faster than those who choose academic education.*

The following types of loans are typical of Vocational Students:

Alaska Supplemental Education Loan

Family Education Loan

Other Options for Student Loans



Financial Aid by Corporation for Alaska Natives

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Ahtna, Incorporated
  • Ahtna Heritage Foundation Scholarships
  • Chenega Future, Inc.

The Aleutians Region
  • ​Aleut Fondation Vocational-Technical Scholarship
  • Aleut Foundation Educational Scholarships
  • APICDA Supplemental Scholarship Program
  • Old Harbor Scholarship Foundation, Inc.

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation
  • Arctic Education Foundation
  • Ukpeagvik Iñupiat Corporation Foundation

Bering Straits Native Corporation
  • Bering Straits Foundation
  • Sitnasuak Foundation
  • Kawerak Inc.
  • Norton Sound Economic Development Corporation
  • Norton Sound Health Corporation
  • Alaska Village Electric Cooperative Scholarship

Bristol Bay Native Corporation
  • Bristol Bay Native Corporation Education Foundation
  • Choggiung Educational Endowment Foundation
  • Bristol Bay Native Association Adult Vocational Training
  • BBEDC Vocational Training Funds
  • Alaska Village Electric Cooperative Scholarship

Calista Corporation
  • Calista Heritage Foundation
  • Alaska Village Electric Cooperative Scholarship
  • Bethel Native Corporation Bivin Memorial Scholarship
  • Kuskokwim Corporation Scholarships (Aniak area)
  • Orutsararmiut Native Council Scholarships (Bethel area)
  • Louis Bunyan Memorial Scholarship (LBMS) sponsored by Coastal Villages Region Fund (CVRF)

​Chugach Alaska Corporation
  • Chugach Heritage Foundation
  • Chenega Future, Inc.
Cook Inlet Region, Inc.
  • The CIRI Foundation's 2017-2018 Education Resources Handbook
  • The CIRI Foundation Scholarships
  • Vocational Training Grants
  • Ekluta Inc. Vocational Training Grants
  • Salamatoff Native Association, Inc. Scholarships and Grants
  • Ninilchik Native Association, Inc. Scholarships and Grants
  • Raven Fund Vocational Training Grants​
  • Chenega Future, Inc.
  • Chugachmiut Vocational Training (Chenega Bay, Nanwalek, Port Graham, Seward, Tatitlek)
  • Cook Inlet Tribal Council Scholarships
  • Kenatize Indian Tribe Scholarships

Doyon
  • Doyon Foundation
  • K’oyitl’ots’ina, Limited Scholarships (Alatna, Allakaket, Hughes, Huslia)
  • Gana-A’Yoo Foundation Scholarship (Galena, Koyukuk, Nulato, Kaltag)
  • The MTNT Foundation (McGrath, Takotna, Nikolai, Telida)
  • Tanana Chiefs, Adult Vocational Training (Birch Creek, Circle, Huslia, Minto, Tetlin, Fairbanks)
  • ​Fort Yukon Adult Vocational Technical Scholarship
  • Golden Valley Electric Association Career and Technical Education Scholarship
  • United Utilities, Inc and United-KUC. (UUI) Scholarship

Koniag, Inc.
  • Koniag Education Foundation

NANA Corporation
  • Aqqaluk Trust
  • Alaska Village Electric Cooperative Scholarship
  • Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation (KIC) Scholarships (Kotzebue)
  • Maniilaq Adult Vocational Training Assistance (Ambler, Shungnak, Deering, Kivalina, Noorvik, Kobuk)
  • ​Maniilaq Workforce Investment Funds
  • Kotzebue IRA Adult Vocational Training Grant
  • List of Scholarships provided by the Northwest Arctic Borough School District

Sealaska Corporation
  • ​Sealaska Heritage Institute Scholarship Program​​
  • Goldbelt Heritage Foundation
  • Huna Heritage Foundation
  • Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska
    Higher Education Services
  • Sitka Tribe of Alaska Adult Vocational Education
  • ANB/ANS Grand Camp Scholarship Program
  • Chilkat Indian Village
  • Ketchikan Indian Community Workforce Development
*This is a generalization of most Vocational Students.  AEC does not guarantee that all Vocational Students will have the same results.  As with all financial decisions, students are encouraged to take their own unique circumstances into consideration and seek the advice of professional or legal counsel when necessary.
None of the information contained in AEC's website constitutes a recommendation, solicitation or offer by AEC or its affiliates to buy or sell any securities or other financial instruments or other assets or provide any investment or borrowing advice or service. The information contained in AEC's website has been prepared without reference to any particular user's lending or investment requirements or financial situation.

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About AEC

Amundsen Educational Center (AEC) is a faith-based non-profit, educational and vocational training school located in Soldotna, Alaska.  

AEC is authorized by the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education and accepts the Alaska Performance Scholarship. We 
offer comprehensive vocational training to students of all ages, cultures, and walks of life. 

We have two primary diploma programs in Residential Construction and Advanced Residential Construction. 

Contact AEC

995 Roald Ave
Soldotna, AK 99669
(907) 260-8041
info@aecak.org
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