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Tempe Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools
Tempe Colleges and Schools
Colleges in Tempe, Arizona
There are at least 12 colleges in Tempe, listed and described below. These schools represent 72,715 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 69,959 full-time students, and a reported 9,275 dorm rooms.
Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Tempe; see particularly Phoenix and Mesa colleges.
The largest schools here include Arizona State University and Rio Salado College.
Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Arizona Colleges.
Of Note For College Students
- Tempe is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
- There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Tempe.
- A lot of people walk and bicycle in Tempe.
Featured Colleges in the Tempe Area (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.
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ; Chandler, AZ; Mesa, AZ
At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.
- Program Categories: Criminal Justice, Legal and Safety, Health, Healthcare and Nursing
- Degrees: Bachelor, Master
DeVry University
Mesa, AZ; Phoenix, AZ
Five colleges of study. One clear focus: Your career success.
Earn the respect of employers with a degree you can earn on campus, online or both.
- Program Categories: Business, Computers and Technology
- Degrees: Associate, Bachelor, Master, Certificate
Argosy University
Phoenix, AZ
Welcome to Argosy University
Argosy University offers doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degree programs to students through its
seven colleges: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences,
Undergraduate Studies, The Art Institute of California and Western State College of Law as well as
certificate programs in many areas.
- Program Categories: Business, Education and Teaching
- Degrees: Master, Doctorate
Arizona Culinary Institute
Scottsdale, AZ
Train with professional chefs and earn your culinary diploma in 9 months.
- Program Categories: Culinary Arts
- Degrees: Diploma
Pima Medical Institute
Mesa, AZ
Explore a new career with Pima Medical Institute.
- Program Categories: Health, Healthcare and Nursing
- Degrees: Certificate, Associate
Le Cordon Bleu Schools of North America
Scottsdale, AZ
Get hands-on training with Le Cordon Bleu Schools of North America.
- Program Categories: Culinary Arts
- Degrees: Certificate, Bachelor
NetCom Learning
Phoenix, AZ
Get the premium IT training you need with NetCom Learning.
- Program Categories: Computers and Technology
- Degrees: Certificate
The Art Institutes
Phoenix, AZ
With an Art Institutes education, imagine what you could create.
- Program Categories: Art and Design, Culinary Arts
- Degrees: Bachelor, Diploma
South University - Campus
Chandler, AZ
As a student at South University, you will learn from accomplished faculty members who have real-world experience in the subjects that they teach. Our small class sizes allow you to receive personalized attention from instructors, and the encouragement to recognize your goals for the future and the means to achieve them.
- Program Categories: Business
- Degrees: Master
Steiner Institute of Esthetics
Tempe, AZ
Do you want a career that offers the satisfaction of helping people and a work environment that is positive and exciting? With the education you will receive at the Steiner Institute of Esthetics, that career can be yours.
- Program Categories: Cosmetology
- Degrees: Diploma
Sanford-Brown College
Phoenix, AZ
Get the skills you need in Tech, Business, or Healthcare in as little as 9 months from Sanford-Brown College.
- Program Categories: Health, Healthcare and Nursing
- Degrees: Associate, Diploma
Carrington College
Mesa, AZ
Ready for a rewarding career in healthcare? Carrington College™ can help.
- Program Categories: Health, Healthcare and Nursing
- Degrees: Certificate, Associate
Anthem College
Phoenix, AZ
Take the first step toward a rewarding career at Anthem College.
- Program Categories: Health, Healthcare and Nursing
- Degrees: Associate, Diploma
Western International University
Chandler, AZ; Scottsdale, AZ; Phoenix, AZ
Start Smart (SM) - Try your first two online courses for only $200 each.
- Program Categories: Business, Computers and Technology
- Degrees: Bachelor
Brookline College
Phoenix, AZ
Get hands-on training with Brookline College. We offer diploma and degree programs in the areas of health care, business, nursing, criminal justice, paralegal, and computer security.
- Program Categories: Health, Healthcare and Nursing
- Degrees: Diploma, Bachelor, Associate
Arizona School of Massage Therapy
Tempe, AZ
Prepare for a Career That You Will Love … in Massage Therapy!
- Program Categories: Health, Healthcare and Nursing
- Degrees: Diploma
Cortiva Institute
Scottsdale, AZ
Cortiva Institute School of Massage Therapy's innovative program will help you learn the art of massage therapy and introduce you to a range of career opportunities.
- Program Categories: Health, Healthcare and Nursing
- Degrees: Certificate
Refrigeration School Inc
Phoenix, AZ
Train for success in the heating, air conditioning and refrigeration industry at RSI.
- Program Categories: Engineering and Architecture, Vocational and Trade
- Degrees: Diploma, Associate
Empire Beauty Schools
Chandler, AZ
Prepare for an exciting cosmetology career today at Empire Beauty Schools.
- Program Categories: Cosmetology
- Degrees: Diploma
Brillare Hairdressing Academy
Phoenix, AZ
Work toward a new career with Brillare Hairdressing Academy.
- Program Categories:
- Degrees: Certificate
Colleges in Tempe with Selective Admissions
These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 85287
- Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, interdisciplinary studies, elementary school teaching, psychology, communication studies, registered nursing, social work, political science
- Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
- Student Body: 51,481 students, 55,486 full-time equivalent.
- Dorms: 8,845 student capacity.
- SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-590. Math: 480-610.
- Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. 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.
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Health Sciences
2140 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
- Programs: naturopathic medicine
- Degrees/Certificates: First-professional degree.
- Student Body: 330 students.
- Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.
University of Advancing Technology
2625 W Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
- Programs: communications tech courses, computer engineering tech, computer and info science, information science
- Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
- Student Body: 1,254 students, 1,307 full-time equivalent.
- Dorms: 320 student capacity.
- SAT: not generally required.
- Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits.
- Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.
Tempe Colleges with Open Admissions
Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2008-2009 information.
Carsten Institute
3345 S Rural Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
- Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetoloty instructor
- Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
- Student Body: 142 students, 156 full-time equivalent.
- Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.
International Baptist College
2211 W Germann Rd
Chandler, AZ 85286
- Programs: religious education, teacher ed, bible studies
- Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
- Student Body: 61 students, 55 full-time equivalent.
- Dorms: 110 student capacity.
- Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Some high school credits accepted.
- Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare.
Rio Salado College
2323 W 14th St
Tempe, AZ 85281
- Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: criminal justice and police, corrections, call center operation, aviation operations, customer service management, data processing tech, business administration, substance abuse counseling
- Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
- Student Body: 18,331 students, 12,230 full-time equivalent.
- Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
- Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
1100 East Apache Blvd
Tempe, AZ 85281
- Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: massage therapy, aesthetician and skin care, hypnotherapist, mind-body therapies, yoga training, alternative medical services, herbalist, Asian bodywork therapy
- Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
- Student Body: 1,116 students, 725 full-time equivalent.
- Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Some high school credits accepted.
- Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.
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 2007.)
| City/Town | Colleges |
Pop.
(2000) |
Students | Dorms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler Colleges | 6 | 176,581 | 10,718 | |
| Glendale Colleges | 4 | 218,812 | 21,097 | 606 |
| Mesa Colleges | 15 | 396,375 | 26,109 | |
| Phoenix Colleges | 38 | 1,321,045 | 33,467 | 82 |
| Scottsdale Colleges | 9 | 202,705 | 11,002 |
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