San Jose Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

DeVry University
San Jose, 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 Jose, 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 Jose, 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

Everest College
San Jose, California

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

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Coursework, Diploma

National Holistic Institute
San Jose, California

Offers career training in massage therapy. Located at four California campus locations

• Programs: Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Carrington College California
San Jose, California

Carrington College California offers programs in the health care and criminal justice and was founded in 1967.

• Programs: Design, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate

Golden Gate University
San Jose, California

Golden Gate University (FTI) offers many different programs and curriculums focused on adult oriented higher learning, with both online and on-campus learning options.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering
• Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Certificate, Certificate of Advanced Studies, Master

CET-Sobrato
701 Vine St
San Jose, California 95110

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medical assistant, mechanic and repair, medical secretary, property management, child care provider, culinary arts services, electrical and power installer, accounting and related services.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 321 students, 620 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Evergreen Valley College
3095 Yerba Buena Rd
San Jose, California 95135-1598

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business management, registered nursing, legal assistant, automobile mechanics, criminal justice and police, administrative assistant, accounting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 8,707 students, 5,288 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. Member of a national athletic association.

San Jose City College
2100 Moorpark Ave
San Jose, California 95128-2798

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, cosmetology, dental assistant, child development, substance abuse counseling, HVAC tech, business management, construction.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 9,805 students, 5,708 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. Member of a national athletic association.

Palmer College of Chiropractic-West Campus
90 E Tasman Dr
San Jose, California 95134-1617

• Programs: chiropractic.
• Degrees/Certificates: First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 270 students.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

San Jose State University
1 Washington Sq
San Jose, California 95192-0001

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, education, library science, electrical engineering, software engineering, psychology, criminal justice and safety, registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 31,906 students, 25,683 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 3,421 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 430-530. Math: 450-580.
• 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.

Silicon Valley University
2160 Lundy Avenue, Suite 110
San Jose, California 95131-1868

• Programs: computer science, business management, ESL instruction, computer engineering.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 244 students, 649 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

The National Hispanic University
14271 Story Rd
San Jose, California 95127-3823

• Programs: teacher ed, general studies, business management, computer programming.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 551 students, 365 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.