Marietta Colleges

Marietta Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Marietta

There are at least 6 colleges in Marietta, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 11,599 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 7,942 full-time students, and a reported 1,432 dorm rooms.

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

The largest schools here include Chattahoochee Technical College and Southern Polytechnic State University.

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

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

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Everest Institute
Marietta, 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: Coursework, Diploma

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Lincoln College of Technology
Marietta, Georgia

Lincoln College of Technology (LCT) has 37 campuses in 17 different states, with online programs as well, in a variety of different fields.

Programs: Computer Networking, Criminal Justice, Health and Human Services, HVAC Electrical Construction, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
Degrees/Course Work: Coursework

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Marietta Open Admission Colleges

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

Chattahoochee Technical College
980 S Cobb Dr
Marietta, Georgia 30060-3398

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: automobile mechanics, accounting technology, computer networking, cosmetology, licensed practical nurse, food prep and kitchen assistant, early childhood education, electrician.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
Student Body: 6,243 students, 3,597 full-time equivalent.
Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Roffler Moler Hairstyling College
1311 Roswell Rd
Marietta, Georgia 30062

Programs: cosmetology, barber, personal grooming.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
Student Body: 123 students, 123 full-time equivalent.
Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

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

Life University
1269 Barclay Circle
Marietta, Georgia 30060

Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: chiropractic, biology, business, exercise science, MIS, nutrition sciences, health care administration, athletic trainer.
Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. First-professional degree.
Student Body: 1,427 students, 1,301 full-time equivalent.
Dorms: 276 student capacity.
SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-520. Math: 450-520.
Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Southern Polytechnic State University
1100 S. Marietta Parkway
Marietta, Georgia 30060-2896

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: computer science, entrepreneurship, construction management, electronics tech, information technology, engineering technology, mechanical engineering tech, architecture.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
Student Body: 3,806 students, 2,921 full-time equivalent.
Dorms: 1,156 student capacity.
SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 500-580. Math: 520-620.
Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. 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 2005.)

City/Town	Colleges	Pop. (2000)	Students	Dorms
Acworth Colleges	1	13,422	1,903
Dunwoody Colleges	2	32,808	102
Kennesaw Colleges	4	21,675	18,660	2,000
Powder Springs Colleges	1	12,481	62
Roswell Colleges	1	79,334
Smyrna Colleges	2	40,999	38

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