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Marietta Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Marietta Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Marietta, Georgia

There are at least 7 colleges in Marietta, listed and described below. These schools represent 12,796 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 9,223 full-time students, and a reported 1,404 dorm rooms.

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

Featured Colleges in Marietta (QuickSchools™)

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University of Phoenix
Marietta, 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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

Everest Institute
Marietta, Georgia

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

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

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: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Coursework

Marietta Colleges with Open Admissions

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

Chattahoochee Technical College
980 S Cobb Drive Dr SE
Marietta, Georgia 30060-3300

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: automobile mechanics, accounting technology, motorcycle mechanic, operations management, electrician, drafting, small business management, radio and TV tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 6,264 students, 4,485 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.
  • Student Body: 165 students, 251 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges in Marietta with Selective Admissions

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

Life University
1269 Barclay Circle
Marietta, Georgia 30060

  • Programs: chiropractic, biology, dietitian, nutrition sciences, business, MIS, anatomy, exercise science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,907 students, 580 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 250 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Math: 499-599. Writing: 385-485.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: construction management, computer science, entrepreneurship, electronics tech, information technology, civil engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, architecture.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 4,460 students, 3,907 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,154 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-570. Math: 520-610.
  • 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.

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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
Acworth Colleges113,4222,222 
Atlanta Colleges36416,47481,65621,793
Chamblee Colleges19,552243 
Kennesaw Colleges421,67520,6523,044
Powder Springs Colleges112,48149 

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