San Diego Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

DeVry University
San Diego, California

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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management
San Diego, California

Offers MBA and Master's degree management programs. Located at several sites in the United States and Canada

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Graduate Certificate, Master

University of Phoenix
San Diego, 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

The Art Institutes
San Diego, California

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: Architecture And Planning, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Drama And Performing Arts, Engineering Technician, Hospitality, Media, Music, Photography And Commercial Art
• Degrees/Course Work: Advanced Diploma, Associate, Bachelor, Bachelor , Certificate, Certificate , Diploma

Kaplan College KHE
San Diego, California

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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Photography And Commercial Art, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Argosy University
San Diego, California

Offers degree programs in business, education, health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. 19 campuses in 11 states and online programs.

• Programs: Business And Management, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Liberal Arts, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Religion And Philosophy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

UEI College
San Diego, California

In as little as 8 months, UEI College can give you the real world medical, business, and technology skills you need to start a rewarding career.

• Programs: Business And Management, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

California College San Diego
San Diego, California

4 year college offering programs in business, technology, and the health sciences. Earn a degree in as little at 30 months.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Master

Marinello Schools of Beauty
San Diego, California

Get started on your beauty career with training from Marinello Schools of Beauty. We are the largest and longest-established chain of beauty schools serving California, Nevada, and Utah.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Diploma

ITT Technical Institute
San Diego, California

With over 100 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

Associated Technical College San Diego
707 Broadway-Ste 300
San Diego, California 92101

• Programs: communications tech, computer support.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 58 students, 63 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Avance Beauty College
750 Beyer Way
San Diego, California 92154

• Programs: cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 57 students, 90 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

CET-San Diego
3295 Market St
San Diego, California 92102

• Programs: property management, welding, medical assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 185 students, 341 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

California College-San Diego
2820 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 300
San Diego, California 92108-3824

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: respiratory care tech, medical assistant, health care administration, accounting, business management, computer science, business and related services, computer systems tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 568 students, 901 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Fashion Careers College
1923 Morena Blvd
San Diego, California 92110-3555

• Programs: fashion merchandising, fashion design, fashion consultant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 130 students, 79 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

National University
11255 North Torrey Pines Road
La Jolla, California 92037-1011

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: multilingual education, teacher ed, special ed, business management, educational admin and supervision, education, educational administration, creative writing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 26,363 students, 21,312 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Pacific College of Oriental Medicine San Diego
7445 Mission Valley Rd Ste 105
San Diego, California 92108-4407

• Programs: acupuncture, massage therapy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 515 students, 753 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Paul Mitchell the School-San Diego
410 A St
San Diego, California 92101

• Programs: cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 318 students, 435 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

San Diego City College
1313 Park Boulevard
San Diego, California 92101-4787

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, child development, substance abuse counseling, registered nursing, electrician, plumbing, power transmission, HVAC tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 17,013 students, 10,854 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. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

San Diego Mesa College
7250 Mesa College Dr
San Diego, California 92111-4998

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business management, interior design, radiographer, psychology, real estate, accounting, physical therapist assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 21,437 students, 12,200 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. 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.

San Diego Miramar College
10440 Black Mountain Rd
San Diego, California 92126-2999

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, fire-fighting, child development, business management, legal assistant, criminal justice and police, aircraft maintenance, automobile mechanics.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 10,650 students, 5,725 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. 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.

Alliant International University
10455 Pomerado Road
San Diego, California 92131-1799

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: clinical psychology, business management, marriage and family therapy, psychology, teacher education, international business, forensic psychology, organizational psychology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 3,704 students, 3,475 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 416 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Bethel Seminary San Diego
6116 Arosa St
San Diego, California 92115

• Programs: pastoral counseling, theology, ministry.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 190 students, 121 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Booker T. Crenshaw Christian Leadership University
3134 Franklin Ave
San Diego, California 92113

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

California Western School of Law
225 Cedar St
San Diego, California 92101-3046

• Programs: law, foreign lawyers, US law.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 877 students, 32 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Concorde Career College San Diego
4393 Imperial Avenue
San Diego, California 92113-1964

• Programs: medical assistant, health and medical administrative, dental assistant, various nursing, massage therapy, surgical tech, respiratory therapy assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 531 students, 584 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Design Institute of San Diego
8555 Commerce Ave
San Diego, California 92121

• Programs: interior design.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 457 students, 225 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Point Loma Nazarene University
3900 Lomaland Dr
San Diego, California 92106-2899

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: education, business management, registered nursing, psychology, business communications, liberal arts and sciences, graphic design, journalism.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 3,480 students, 3,243 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,697 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-600. Math: 510-620. Writing: 500-610.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

San Diego Continuing Education
4343 Ocean View Blvd
San Diego, California 92113-191

San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Dr
San Diego, California 92182

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, psychology, criminal justice and safety, education, art studies, liberal arts and sciences, health and physical education, speech and rhetoric.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 35,695 students, 30,994 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,876 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-570. Math: 480-590.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. 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.

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising-San Diego
350 Tenth Avenue
San Diego, California 92101-4903

• Programs: fashion merchandising.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 304 students, 229 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Thomas Jefferson School of Law
2121 San Diego Ave
San Diego, California 92110

• Programs: law.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 769 students.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

University of California-San Diego
9500 Gilman Dr
La Jolla, California 92093

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, economics, biology, biochemistry, anatomy, management science, political science, communication studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 27,020 students, 27,806 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 10,836 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 540-660. Math: 590-700. Writing: 550-670.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of San Diego
5998 Alcala Park
San Diego, California 92110-2492

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, law, legal assistant, communication studies, psychology, business administration, accounting, registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 7,504 students, 6,945 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,553 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 540-630. Math: 560-650. Writing: 550-650.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.