Decatur Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Decatur Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Decatur, Georgia

There are at least 9 colleges in Decatur, listed and described below. These schools represent 23,149 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 18,385 full-time students, and a reported 884 dorm rooms.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Decatur; see particularly Atlanta colleges.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Georgia Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

Decatur is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Decatur.

Featured Colleges in Decatur (QuickSchools™)

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DeVry University
Decatur, 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: 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

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DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management
Decatur, Georgia

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

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The Art Institutes
Decatur, 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: Architecture And Planning, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Drama And Performing Arts, Engineering Technician, Hospitality, Media, Music, Photography And Commercial Art
Degrees/Course Work: Advanced Diploma, Associate, Bachelor, Bachelor , Certificate, Certificate , Diploma

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Decatur Colleges with Open Admissions

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service
5141 Snapfinger Woods Dr
Decatur, Georgia 30035-4022

Programs: embalming.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
Student Body: 149 students, 266 full-time equivalent.
Flexibility: Distance learning.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Laurus Technical Institute
523 Church Street
Decatur, Georgia 30030

Programs: HVAC, medical office assistant, medical billing, medical receptionist.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
Student Body: 215 students, 584 full-time equivalent.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Omnitech Institute
4319 Covington Hwy Ste 212
Decatur, Georgia 30035

Programs: various music studies, computer and info science, computer engineering, medical records admin, computer support, medical coding, computer programming, network management.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
Student Body: 122 students, 247 full-time equivalent.
Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges in Decatur with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Agnes Scott College
141 E. College Ave
Decatur, Georgia 30030-3797

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, history, English, biology, political science, creative writing, economics courses, Spanish language.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
Student Body: 892 students, 948 full-time equivalent.
Dorms: 752 student capacity.
SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-680. Math: 500-610. Writing: 520-660.
Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Columbia Theological Seminary
701 S. Columbia Dr
Decatur, Georgia 30030-4118

Programs: ministry, theology, pastoral counseling.
Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
Student Body: 298 students, 131 full-time equivalent.
Dorms: 132 student capacity.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Georgia Perimeter College
3251 Panthersville Rd
Decatur, Georgia 30034-3832

Programs: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, dental hygienist, sign language translation, fire protection tech, medical assistant, medical lab tech, library assistant.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
Student Body: 21,473 students, 16,209 full-time equivalent.
SAT: not generally required.
Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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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/Town	Colleges	Pop. (2000)	Students	Dorms
Atlanta Colleges	36	416,474	81,656	21,793
Chamblee Colleges	1	9,552	243
Clarkston Colleges	1	7,231	3,819
East Point Colleges	1	39,595	395	283
Forest Park Colleges	2	21,447	138
Stone Mountain Colleges	1	7,145	127

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