Orlando Colleges

DeVry University
Orlando, 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: Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Graphic Design, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Technologies, Visual Arts

DeVry University
Orlando, 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, Information Technology, Management and Administration

Everest University
Orlando, Florida

Offers career education 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, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Paralegal, Visual Arts

Florida Technical College
Orlando, 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, Criminal Justice, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Medical Assisting and Nursing

High-Tech Institute
Orlando, Florida

Offers degree and certificate programs in technology, health care, criminal justice, visual communication, veterinary technology, and business. Located at ten campuses throughout the U.S.

• Programs: Health and Human Services, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing

International Academy of Design and Technology
Orlando, Florida

Career-oriented design, visual arts and communications curricula in about ten major U.S. metro areas. Flexible class schedules and online study are available for working students.

• Programs: Arts Crafts and Leisure, Communication, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Marketing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts

Keiser University
Orlando, Florida

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

• Programs: Criminal Justice, Health and Human Services, Information Technology, Law, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Paralegal

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Orlando, Florida

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

• Programs: Accounting, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Public, Technologies

Le Cordon Bleu Schools North America
Orlando, Florida

Offers degree programs in culinary arts, baking & pastry and hospitality & restaurant management. Located at thirteen campuses in ten states

• Programs: Culinary Arts and Pastry, Hospitality Management, Management and Administration

Orlando Culinary Academy
Orlando, Florida

Students can receive a Le Cordon Bleu credential in as little as 15 months. Tuition assistance for those who qualify.

• Programs: Culinary Arts and Pastry, Hospitality Management, Management and Administration

Southern Technical College
Orlando, Florida

Southern Technical College (STC) offers associates degrees in several different careers. The campus is located in Orlando, Florida.

• Programs: HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing

Strayer University
Orlando, 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, Criminal Justice, 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

The F.I.R.S.T. School
Orlando, Florida

Offers career training in the entertainment business, film and video production, and recording arts. Located in Orlando, Florida

• Programs: Communication, Communications, Management and Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Visual Arts

Universal Technical Institute
Orlando, Florida

Career training for automotive, motorcycle, and marine technicians. Supported by the world's largest auto manufacturers.

• Programs: Automotive Marine and Aviation

Audio Recording Technology Institute
4525 Vineland Rd Ste 201B
Orlando, Florida 32811-7231

• Programs: recording arts tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 78 students, 78 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Mid Florida Tech
2900 West Oak Ridge Road
Orlando, Florida 32809

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: fire-fighting, construction trades, security and loss prevention, electrician, EMT paramedic, real estate, truck and bus driver, automobile mechanics.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 2,910 students, 2,324 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Orlando Tech
301 W Amelia Street
Orlando, Florida 32801-1197

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: child care provider, child care management, licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, home health aide, health unit coordinator, medical lab assistant, dental assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 1,079 students, 780 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Polytechnic Institute of America
6359 Edgewater Drive
Orlando, Florida 32810

• Programs: medical assistant, computer networking, legal assistant, medical office management, massage therapy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 97 students, 97 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
1636 W Oakridge Rd
Orlando, Florida 32809-3908

• Programs: court reporting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 208 students, 124 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Valencia Community College
190 South Orange Avenue
Orlando, Florida 32801

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business management, EMT paramedic, registered nursing, corrections, criminal justice and police, executive secretary, entrepreneurship.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 32,870 students, 20,511 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Florida College of Integrative Medicine
7100 Lake Ellenor Dr
Orlando, Florida 32809-5721

• Programs: acupuncture.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 134 students, 134 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option.

Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
671 Winyah Drive
Orlando, Florida 32803

• Programs: registered nursing, radiographer, sonography and ultrasound tech, nuclear medical tech, occupational therapist assistant, health service and sciences, general studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 2,207 students, 1,278 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 132 student capacity.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

University of Central Florida
4000 Central Florida Blvd
Orlando, Florida 32816

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, liberal arts and sciences, elementary school teaching, finance, criminal justice and safety, business, accounting, hospitality management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 48,398 students, 39,639 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 10,184 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 530-620. Math: 540-640. Writing: 510-600.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.