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Colleges in Phoenix

There are at least 32 colleges in Phoenix, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 39,098 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 20,670 full-time students, and a reported 132 dorm rooms.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Phoenix; see particularly Tempe colleges.

The largest schools here include Phoenix College, Paradise Valley Community College, Gateway Community College and South Mountain Community College.

Of Note For College Students

  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Phoenix.

Phoenix QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

Apollo College
Phoenix, Arizona

Offers degree and certificate programs in medical, dental, and information technology disciplines. Main campus in Phoenix, Arizona and eight satellite campuses spread across six western states.

  • Programs: Health and Human Services, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Argosy University
Phoenix, Arizona

Offers degree programs in business, education, health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. 18 campuses in 11 states and online programs.

  • Programs: Accounting, Administration, Counseling, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Health and Human Services, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Psychology, Teaching
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

DeVry University
Phoenix, Arizona

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

  • Programs: Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Technologies
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

Everest College
Phoenix, Arizona

Offers certificate programs, degree programs, and courses in 11 U.S. states with more than 35 locations. Online programs are also available.

  • Programs: Criminal Justice
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate

High-Tech Institute
Phoenix, Arizona

Offers degree and certificate programs in technology, health care, criminal justice, visual communication, veterinary technology, and business. Located at ten campuses throughout the U.S.

  • Programs: Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Networking, Engineering Design, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

Kaplan College
Phoenix, Arizona

Kaplan College teaches students skills that have relevance in many fast-growing employment areas. Several forms of tuition assistance may be available for qualified enrollees.

  • Programs: Medical and Pharmaceutical, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Phoenix, Arizona

  • Programs: Accounting, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Public, Technologies
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Master

TechSkills
Phoenix, Arizona

TechSkills offers higher learning education to adults who are seeking to advance their careers, or even start new ones, after extended periods of time in other endeavors.

  • Programs: Communication, Computer Networking, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Technologies, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

TechSkills - Medical
Phoenix, Arizona

Offers career training in health care. Located at 31 campus locations in 17 states

  • Programs: Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

The Art Institutes
Phoenix, Arizona

The Art Institutes (AI) provides programs that stimulate the minds of its students with programs in design, the arts, game programming, culinary cuisine, and fashion.

  • Programs: Arts Crafts and Leisure, Communication, Culinary Arts and Pastry, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Interior Design, Marketing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree - General

The Bryman School of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona

The Bryman School of Phoenix (BSP) offers programs based in the medical, dental, and pharmaceutical areas and was founded in 1964.

  • Programs: Health and Human Services, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate

Universal Technical Institute
Phoenix, Arizona

Career training for automotive, motorcycle, and marine technicians. Supported by the world's largest auto manufacturers.

  • Programs: Automotive Marine and Aviation
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

  • Programs: Accounting, Administration, Communication, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Finance, Graphic Design, Health and Human Services, Health and Nursing, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, International, Law, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Paralegal, Photography and photo journalism, Psychology, Teaching, Technologies, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Certificate, Master

Utah College of Massage Therapy
Phoenix, Arizona

Offers career training in massage therapy. Located at seven campus sites in Utah, Arizona, Colorado, and Nevada

  • Programs: Health and Human Services
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Phoenix Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 information.

Academy of Radio Broadcasting - Phoenix
4914 E McDowell Rd Ste 107
Phoenix, Arizona 85008

  • Programs: radio and television, communication and journalism.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 37 students, 37 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Gateway Community College
108 N. 40th Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85034

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, electrician, computer networking, health unit coordinator, health and medical administrative, automobile mechanics.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 7,846 students, 3,358 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

International Institute of the Americas
6049 N 43rd Ave
Phoenix, Arizona 85019-1600

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medical assistant, medical records tech, business, accounting technology, accounting, business administration, medical lab tech, information science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 378 students, 378 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

International Institute of the Americas
4136 N 75th Ave Ste 211
Phoenix, Arizona 85033-3169

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medical assistant, allied health and medical assisting, business, security and loss prevention, medical records tech, business administration, criminal justice and administration, health care administration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 376 students, 376 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Long Technical College
13450 N Black Canyon Hwy, Ste 104
Phoenix, Arizona 85029

  • Programs: respiratory care tech, medical assistant, allied health and medical assisting, pharmacy tech, veterinary assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 388 students, 388 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Maricopa Skill Center
1245 E Buckeye
Phoenix, Arizona 85034-4101

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: various nursing, business support services, medical assistant, welding, property management, meat cutting, computer support, autobody repair.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,243 students, 1,243 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Metropolitan College
4129 E. Van Buren Street, Suite #100
Phoenix, Arizona 85008-6940

  • Programs: court reporting, legal assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 183 students, 183 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Paradise Valley Community College
18401 N 32nd St
Phoenix, Arizona 85032

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, liberal arts and sciences, EMT paramedic, general studies, business, licensed practical nurse, computer and info science, physical sciences.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 8,717 students, 4,465 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Phoenix College
1202 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, Arizona 85013

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, EMT paramedic, forensic science, legal assistant, adult development and aging, general studies, allied health and medical assisting, registered nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 12,549 students, 6,189 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Refrigeration School Inc
4210 E Washington
Phoenix, Arizona 85034-1816

  • Programs: electromechanical tech, HVAC tech, energy systems tech, electrician.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 307 students, 208 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Roberto - Venn School of Luthiery
4011 S 16th St
Phoenix, Arizona 85040

  • Programs: musical instrument repair.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 34 students, 34 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

South Mountain Community College
7050 S 24th St
Phoenix, Arizona 85040

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, general studies, physical sciences, computer networking, behavioral sciences, radio and TV tech, child care management, education courses.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 4,561 students, 2,170 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2005 information.

American Indian College of the Assemblies of God Inc
10020 N 15th Ave
Phoenix, Arizona 85021

  • Programs: elementary school teaching, theological and ministerial studies, business.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 64 students, 60 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 132 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

American Institute of Technology
440 S 54th Ave
Phoenix, Arizona 85043-4729

  • Programs: truck and bus driver.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 254 students, 254 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Arizona Board of Regents
2020 N Central Ave Ste 230
Phoenix, Arizona 85004

  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.

Mundus Institute
2001 W Camelback, Suite 140
Phoenix, Arizona 85015

  • Programs: parks and recreation management, health and medical administrative, hotel management, turf management, hospitality administration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 140 students, 140 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Ottawa University - Phoenix
10020 North 25th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85021

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: elementary school teaching, counseling psychology, business management, psychology, human resources, school counseling, curriculum and instruction, education courses.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 1,740 students, 922 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Southwestern College
2625 E Cactus Rd
Phoenix, Arizona 85032-7097

  • Programs: education, bible studies, counseling psychology, business management, music teaching, liberal arts and humanities, pastoral counseling, music.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 281 students, 265 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2005.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Avondale Colleges435,8836,677 
Chandler Colleges4176,5819,379 
Glendale Colleges8218,81231,4931,076
Mesa Colleges13396,37532,7371,131
Scottsdale Colleges7202,70511,639 
Tempe Colleges14158,62573,2666,132

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