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Jacksonville Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Jacksonville

There are at least 27 colleges in Jacksonville, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 46,083 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 30,996 full-time students, and a reported 4,103 dorm rooms.

(Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left.)

The largest schools here include Florida Community College at Jacksonville, University of North Florida and Jacksonville University.

Jacksonville 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.

DeVry University
Jacksonville, Florida

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: e-Business/ e-Commerce, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor

DeVry University
Jacksonville, Florida

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: e-Business/ e-Commerce, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor

Everest University
Jacksonville, Florida

Offers career training and degree programs in business, accounting, paralegal, criminal justice, and health care from ten campuses in Florida.

  • Programs: Accounting, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Health and Human Services, History, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Paralegal
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Coursework, Diploma, Master

Florida Technical College
Jacksonville, Florida

Florida Technical College (FTC) offers many different technically oriented programs that all have an emphasis on hands-on training with highly experienced faculty.

  • Programs: Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Networking, Management and Administration, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Paralegal
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

ITT Technical Institute
Jacksonville, Florida

With over 90 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

Keiser University
Jacksonville, Florida

Offers degree programs in business, criminal justice, health care, technology, hospitality and education. Located at thirteen campuses in the state of Florida

  • Programs: Accounting, Criminal Justice, Finance, Health and Human Services, Information Technology, Law, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Paralegal
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

North Florida Institute
Jacksonville, Florida

Offers degree programs in business, allied health and personal services. Located at two campuses in Florida.

  • Programs: Personal
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Sanford-Brown Institute
Jacksonville, Florida

Students develop career skills in several health-related fields (such as Ultrasound) and criminal justice. Some programs can be finished in as little as 9 months.

  • Programs: Health and Human Services, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical and Pharmaceutical
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

Strayer University
Jacksonville, Florida

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

  • Programs: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Family and Consumer, Finance, Graphic Design, History, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, International, Law, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Public, Teaching, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

The Art Institutes
Jacksonville, Florida

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: Communication, Culinary Arts and Pastry, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree - General

University of Phoenix
Jacksonville, Florida

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: Accounting, Administration, Communication, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Graphic Design, Health and Human Services, Health and Nursing, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Teaching, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Jacksonville Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 information.

Edward Waters College
1658 Kings Rd
Jacksonville, Florida 32209

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: organizational behavior, criminal justice and safety, business management, psychology, communication studies, biology, interdisciplinary studies, computer and info science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 839 students, 826 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 373 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Florida Community College at Jacksonville
501 W State St
Jacksonville, Florida 32202

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, financial services marketing, registered nursing, real estate, EMT paramedic, criminal justice and police, licensed practical nurse, fire-fighting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 23,627 students, 12,685 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. Member of a national athletic association.

Jacksonville Beauty Institute
5045 Soutel Dr Ste 80
Jacksonville, Florida 32208

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 46 students, 46 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Jones College - Jacksonville
5353 Arlington Expy
Jacksonville, Florida 32211

  • Programs: business management, medical assistant, legal assistant, computer programming, accounting, general studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 550 students, 298 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Normandy Beauty School of Jacksonville
5373 Lenox Ave
Jacksonville, Florida 32205

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 53 students, 53 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Riverside Hairstyling Academy
3530 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, Florida 32207

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 86 students, 70 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
3986 Boulevard Center Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32207-2819

  • Programs: court reporting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 88 students, 88 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Tulsa Welding School - Jacksonville Campus
3500 Southside Blvd
Jacksonville, Florida 32216

  • Programs: welding.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 186 students, 186 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2005 information.

Concorde Career Institute
7960 Arlington Expressway
Jacksonville, Florida 32211-7480

  • Programs: medical assistant, health and medical administrative, dental assistant, licensed practical nurse, home health aide.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 414 students, 414 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Florida Coastal School of Law
7555 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, Florida 32216-9988

  • Programs: law.
  • Degrees/Certificates: First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,040 students, 942 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Florida Technical College of Jacksonville
8711 Lone Star Rd
Jacksonville, Florida 32211-5123

  • Programs: CAD and design, computer networking, business management, electrical/electronic tech, computer product certification, medical assistant, computer applications programming, legal assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 125 students, 125 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Heritage Institute - Jacksonville
4130 Salibury Rd N, Suite 1100
Jacksonville, Florida 32216

  • Programs: massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 305 students, 305 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd N
Jacksonville, Florida 32211-3394

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, business management, business, management science, liberal arts and sciences, mass communication, commercial pilot and flight crew, marketing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,972 students, 2,362 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,060 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 440-560. Math: 440-560.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Southeastern School of Neuromuscular & Massage Therapy - Jacksonville
9424 Baymeadows Rd, Ste 200
Jacksonville, Florida 32256

  • Programs: massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 53 students, 43 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Trinity Baptist College
800 Hammond Blvd
Jacksonville, Florida 32221

  • Programs: religion, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, administrative assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 465 students, 399 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 225 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-500. Math: 350-400.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

University of North Florida
4567 Saint John's Bluff Rd S
Jacksonville, Florida 32224-2645

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, mass communication, elementary school teaching, business management, business, psychology, health service and sciences, registered nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 15,234 students, 12,154 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,445 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-610. Math: 500-600.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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