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Decatur Colleges

Decatur Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Decatur

There are at least 10 colleges in Decatur, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 23,200 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 15,040 full-time students, and a reported 874 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.

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, Engineering Technician, Leisure, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor
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Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
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, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Medical Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: 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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Fine Arts, Hospitality, Leisure, Media, Music, Photography And Commercial Art
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree
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Decatur Open Admission Colleges

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

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

  • Programs: embalming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's.
  • Student Body: 149 students, 149 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.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 215 students, 215 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Omnitech Institute
4319 Covington Hwy Ste 212
Decatur, Georgia 30035

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

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: English teaching, psychology, history, English, international relations, creative writing, interdisciplinary studies, pre-med.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 892 students, 874 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 752 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 550-680. Math: 500-610. Writing: 550-660.
  • 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 Columbia Dr
Decatur, Georgia 30030

  • Programs: theology, ministry, pastoral counseling.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 298 students, 257 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 122 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, library assistant, medical lab tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 21,473 students, 13,372 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.

Ross Medical Education Center
3918 N Druid Hills Rd
Decatur, Georgia 30033

  • Programs: medical assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 51 students, 51 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

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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
Atlanta Colleges34416,47481,78721,404
Chamblee Colleges19,552243 
Clarkston Colleges17,2313,819 
East Point Colleges139,595395283
Forest Park Colleges221,447138 
Stone Mountain Colleges17,145127 

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