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Torrance Colleges

Torrance Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Torrance

There are at least 4 colleges in Torrance, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 24,895 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 13,492 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.

Torrance QuickSchools™

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Everest College
Torrance, California

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

  • Programs: Basic Skills, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, 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, Religion And Philosophy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree
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ITT Technical Institute
Torrance, 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
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Westwood College
Torrance, California

Established over 50 years ago, Westwood College provides practical courses and programs leading to skills and credentials its graduates can directly utilize in their careers.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Law, Leisure, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Support And Technology, Real Estate And Construction Management, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master
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Torrance Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

El Camino Community College District
16007 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, California 90506

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business management, registered nursing, fire-fighting, EMT paramedic, child development, criminal justice and police, cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 24,895 students, 13,492 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.

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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/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)		StudentsDorms
Carson Colleges189,73012,082652
Compton Colleges293,4933,663 
Hawthorne Colleges184,11251 
Inglewood Colleges2112,58079 
Lynwood Colleges169,845153 
Rancho Palos Verdes Colleges141,145675420

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