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Kalamazoo Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Kalamazoo Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Kalamazoo, Michigan

There are at least 5 colleges in Kalamazoo, listed and described below. These schools represent 36,997 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 28,683 full-time students, and a reported 6,531 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Valley Community College.

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  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Kalamazoo.

Featured Colleges in Kalamazoo (QuickSchools™)

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Everest Institute
Kalamazoo, Michigan

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

Kalamazoo Colleges with Open Admissions

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

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
6767 West O Ave
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49003-4070

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: automobile mechanics, liberal arts and sciences, general studies, registered nursing, EMT paramedic, licensed practical nurse, business management, elementary school teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 11,113 students, 5,958 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty
3200 South Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008

  • Programs: cosmetology, barber.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 111 students, 117 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Colleges in Kalamazoo with Selective Admissions

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

Kalamazoo College
1200 Academy St
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49006-3295

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: biology, economics, social services, psychology, English, chemistry, political science, mathematics.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,340 students, 819 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 852 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 580-690. Math: 570-680.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Western Michigan University
1903 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5167

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: elementary school teaching, psychology, management science, marketing studies, accounting, finance, marketing, social work.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 24,433 students, 21,789 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 5,679 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. 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 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Battle Creek Colleges353,3645,801 
Plainwell Colleges13,933235350
Portage Colleges344,897101 

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