To go along with its small population, the number of colleges presented to Alaska’s residents is also quite limited. Only a handful of four-year colleges and universities operate in Alaska along with several two-year community colleges that offer general education, associate degrees, as well as career training. The University of Alaska at Anchorage is Alaska’s most sought after school, serving over 16,00 undergraduates and graduates. For those interested in attending web based courses, nearly all of Alaska’s colleges offer most programs online. The benefits of offering online programs make Alaska an appealing place to further your studies. It is often said that the first step is the most challenging one to take. So get yourself going today by searching for a school that will actually fit your personal needs.