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Columbia Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Columbia

There are at least 4 colleges in Columbia, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 6,841 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 4,047 full-time students.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Columbia; see particularly Baltimore, Towson, Dundalk, and College Park colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • Columbia is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.

Columbia QuickSchools™

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Computer Career Institute at Johns Hopkins University
Columbia, Maryland

Offers career training in healthcare, information technology, and digital media. Located in Baltimore and Columbia, Maryland

  • Programs: Communication, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate
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Lincoln Tech®
Columbia, Maryland

Offers career training in several fields. Located at 21 campus locations nationwide

  • Programs: Automotive Marine and Aviation, Culinary Arts and Pastry, Hospitality Management, HVAC Electrical Construction, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Coursework
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University of Phoenix
Columbia, Maryland

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, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master
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Columbia Open Admission Colleges

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

Howard Community College
10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy
Columbia, Maryland 21044-3197

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: general studies, liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, business, education, licensed practical nurse, business management, engineering.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Other degree.
  • Student Body: 6,841 students, 4,047 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. 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 2005.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)		StudentsDorms
Baltimore Colleges25651,15456,89212,461
Bowie Colleges150,2695,3191,350
College Park Colleges124,65735,36910,769
Dundalk Colleges162,30619,622 
Laurel Colleges219,9601,076120
Towson Colleges351,79318,0113,432

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