Atlanta Colleges

Argosy University
Atlanta, Georgia

Offers degree programs in business, education, health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. 18 campuses in 11 states and online programs.

• Programs: Accounting, Administration, Counseling, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Health and Human Services, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Psychology, Teaching
• Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

Bauder College
Atlanta, Georgia

For more than 40 years, Bauder College has educated Atlanta residents in a variety of career fields. The school’s hands-on focus prepares its students for specific jobs.

• Programs: Communication, Computer Networking, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Interior Design, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

DeVry University
Atlanta, Georgia

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, Engineering Design, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

DeVry University
Atlanta, Georgia

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, Engineering Design, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

Everest Institute
Atlanta, Georgia

Founded in 1851 as Duff's Business Institute, the school offers career training programs in 12 states with greater than 25 locations.

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

Herzing College
Atlanta, Georgia

Multi-location career college system with an online study alternative for those who need the added flexibility. Accelerated bachelor’s programs available.

• Programs: Accounting, Computer Networking, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Health and Human Services, Information Technology, Law, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Paralegal, Public
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

High-Tech Institute
Atlanta, Georgia

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
• Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Atlanta, Georgia

• Programs: Accounting, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Public, Technologies
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Master

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Atlanta, Georgia

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

Sanford-Brown Institute
Atlanta, Georgia

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, Medical Assisting and Nursing
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

Strayer University
Atlanta, Georgia

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
Atlanta, Georgia

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: Advertising, Arts Crafts and Leisure, Communication, Communications, Culinary Arts and Pastry, Family and Consumer, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, Interior Design, Management and Administration, Marketing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree - General

University of Phoenix
Atlanta, Georgia

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, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Health and Human Services, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
• Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Atlanta Technical College
1560 Metropolitan Pky SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30310-4446

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, cosmetology, carpentry, early childhood education, aircraft powerplant tech, EMT paramedic, fire-fighting, call center operation.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 3,523 students, 2,202 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.

Beulah Heights Bible College
892 Berne St SE
Atlanta, Georgia 30316

• Programs: bible studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 611 students, 385 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 60 student capacity.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Brown College of Court Reporting and Medical Transcription
1740 Peachtree St NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30309-2848

• Programs: medical transcription, office data entry, court reporting, medical records tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 222 students, 127 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Brown Mackie College - Atlanta
6600 Peachtree Dunwoodry Road, 600 Embassy Row
Atlanta, Georgia 30328

• Programs: accounting technology, office management, allied health and medical assisting, medical secretary, administrative assistant, computer programming, legal assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 148 students, 148 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

ETI Career Institute
1150 Lake Hearn Dr NE Ste 260
Atlanta, Georgia 30342

• Programs: medical office assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 88 students, 88 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Georgia Military College - Atlanta Campus
6280 Bryant Street
Fort McPherson, Georgia 30330

• Programs: general studies, business management, criminal justice and safety, education, family studies, pre-nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Associate's.
• Student Body: 519 students, 410 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

International School of Skin and Nailcare
5600 Roswell Rd NE Ste 10
Atlanta, Georgia 30342

• Programs: aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 299 students, 299 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Javelin Technical Training Center
4501 Circle 75 Pky Ste C-3180
Atlanta, Georgia 30339

• Programs: computer support.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 199 students, 199 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Rising Spirit Institute of Natural Health
4536 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Suite 250
Atlanta, Georgia 30338

• Programs: massage therapy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 220 students, 150 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

The Creative Circus
812 Lambert Dr
Atlanta, Georgia 30324

• Programs: commercial art, graphic design, commercial photography.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 225 students, 220 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Advanced Career Training - Atlanta Campus
2 Executive Park West Suite 100
Atlanta, Georgia 30329

• Programs: medical assistant, dental assistant, administrative assistant, computer engineering tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 1,195 students, 1,195 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Atlanta College of Art
1280 Peachtree St N E
Atlanta, Georgia 30309

• Programs: design and visual communication, commercial art, painting, film and photography, sculpture, photography, drawing, printmaking.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 324 students, 307 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 150 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-560. Math: 420-550.
• Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

Atlanta Metropolitan College
1630 Metropolitan Pky SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30310-4498

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, accounting technology, child care management, parks and recreation studies, MIS, teacher aide, drafting, electrical installation and repair.
• Degrees/Certificates: Associate's.
• Student Body: 1,748 students, 1,163 full-time equivalent.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 370-440. Math: 360-420.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Atlanta School of Massage
2 Dunwoody Park South
Atlanta, Georgia 30338

• Programs: massage therapy, aesthetician and skin care.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 175 students, 129 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Clark Atlanta University
223 James P Brawley
Atlanta, Georgia 30314

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, mass communication, psychology, library science, social work, biology, political science, criminal justice and safety.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 4,469 students, 4,115 full-time equivalent.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 330-593. Math: 360-580.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Emory University
1380 South Oxford Rd
Atlanta, Georgia 30322

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, liberal arts and sciences, law, business, economics, psychology, political science, biology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 12,134 students, 11,624 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 4,188 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 640-720. Math: 660-740.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Georgia Institute of Technology
225 North Ave
Atlanta, Georgia 30332

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, business management, computer and info science, industrial engineering, civil engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 17,135 students, 16,050 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 7,992 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 600-690. Math: 650-730.
• 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.

Georgia State University
33 Gilmer St SE
Atlanta, Georgia 30302-3083

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business, psychology, business management, finance, marketing, journalism, accounting, law.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 25,967 students, 20,860 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,435 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-590. Math: 500-600.
• 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.

Grady Health System Professional Schools
80 Jesse Hill Jr Drive, SE
Atlanta, Georgia 30303-3050

• Programs: radiation therapist, health diagnostic professions, sonography and ultrasound tech, cytotechnologist.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 78 students, 78 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 70 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 458-507. Math: 450-470.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Interdenominational Theological Center
700 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Atlanta, Georgia 30314-4143

• Programs: ministry, theology and religious vocations.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 447 students, 363 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 32 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Morehouse College
830 Westview Dr SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30314

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, political science, psychology, English, mathematics, biology, computer and info science, sociology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 3,029 students, 2,925 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,582 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-600. Math: 490-600.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Morehouse School of Medicine
720 Westview Dr SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30310-1495

• Programs: medicine, public health courses, biological and biomedical sciences, clinical lab tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 272 students, 263 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Oglethorpe University
4484 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30319-2797

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, psychology, education, English, speech and rhetoric, accounting, economics, history.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,082 students, 985 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 516 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 500-630. Math: 470-610.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Portfolio Center
125 Bennett St NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30309

• Programs: design and applied arts, advertising, photography, English language and literature, illustration.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 158 students, 158 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Spelman College
350 Spelman Ln SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30314-4399

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, economics, political science, English, biology, computer and info science, sociology, mathematics.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 2,318 students, 2,260 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,184 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-580. Math: 490-560.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.