Metairie Colleges

Blue Cliff College
Metairie, Louisiana

Originally started as a network of massage therapy schools about 20 years ago, the school now offers additional career programs. There are seven locations but each remains small, helping preserve a sense of personalized attention.

• Programs: Criminal Justice, Health and Human Services, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

University of Phoenix
Metairie, Louisiana

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, Communication, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Finance, Graphic Design, Health and Human Services, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Teaching, Technologies, Visual Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Eastern College of Health Vocations
3321 Hessmer Ave Ste 200
Metairie, Louisiana 70002

• Programs: medical assistant, dental assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 147 students, 147 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Louisiana Technical College - Jefferson Campus
5200 Blair Dr
Metairie, Louisiana 70001-5605

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: licensed practical nurse, property management, accounting technology, computer repair, automobile mechanics, chef training, administrative assistant, drafting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.