Southfield Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

DeVry University
Southfield, Michigan

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

University of Phoenix
Southfield, Michigan

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
Southfield, 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

Lawton School
20755 Greenfield Suite 300
Southfield, Michigan 48075

• Programs: medical assistant, legal assistant, data processing tech, radio and television.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 167 students, 196 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts
19900 W Nine Mile Rd
Southfield, Michigan 48075

• Programs: radio and TV tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 544 students, 454 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Detroit Business Institute-Southfield
23077 Greenfield Rd Ste Ll28
Southfield, Michigan 48075

• Programs: medical assistant, medical billing, administrative assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 198 students, 238 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Lawrence Technological University
21000 West Ten Mile Road
Southfield, Michigan 48075-1058

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, architecture, mechanical engineering, engineering technology, computer science, electrical engineering, information technology, engineering management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 4,570 students, 3,098 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 514 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Northwestern Technological Institute
24567 Northwestern Hwy Ste 200
Southfield, Michigan 48075

• Programs: HVAC tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 510 students, 671 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.