Palm Desert Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Palm Desert Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Palm Desert, California

There are at least 3 colleges in Palm Desert, listed and described below. These schools represent 8,721 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 5,615 full-time students.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of California Colleges.

Featured Colleges in Palm Desert (QuickSchools™)

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University of Phoenix
Palm Desert, California

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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

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Palm Desert Colleges with Open Admissions

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2008-2009 information.

College of the Desert
43-500 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, California 92260

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: interdisciplinary studies, registered nursing, business management, child development, licensed practical nurse, criminal justice and police, substance abuse counseling, psychology.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
Student Body: 8,597 students, 5,504 full-time equivalent.
Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

International School of Beauty
72261 Hwy 111 Ste 121-B
Palm Desert, California 92260-2740

Programs: aesthetician and skin care, cosmetology, manicurist.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
Student Body: 124 students, 111 full-time equivalent.
Notable: Placement assistance.

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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 2007.)

City/Town	Colleges	Pop. (2000)	Students	Dorms
Coachella Colleges	1	22,724	165
La Quinta Colleges	2	23,694	120

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DeVry University Online

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