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Omaha Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Omaha, Nebraska

There are at least 18 colleges in Omaha, listed and described below. These schools represent 42,557 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 35,015 full-time students, and a reported 4,831 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Metropolitan Community College Area, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Creighton University and University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Nebraska Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • Omaha is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Omaha.

Featured Colleges in Omaha (QuickSchools™)

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University of Phoenix
Omaha, Nebraska

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

Vatterott College
Omaha, Nebraska

Offers diploma and degree programs in health care, business, computer science, and technical fields. Located in several campus locations across the Midwest

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Design, Engineering Technician, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Photography And Commercial Art, Production Trades, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Diploma

Kaplan University KHE
Omaha, Nebraska

Don't wait another day to take the next step forward in your career. Kaplan University can give you the real-world knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your chosen field.

  • Programs: Basic Skills, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

ITT Technical Institute
Omaha, Nebraska

With over 100 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

Omaha Colleges with Open Admissions

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

Capitol School of Hairstyling
2819 S 125 Ave, Suite 268
Omaha, Nebraska 68144

  • Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, teacher education and development.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 98 students, 132 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Metropolitan Community College Area
30 & Fort Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68111-1610

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and humanities, liberal arts and sciences, business management, licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, criminal justice and safety, heavy equipment maintenance tech, computer and info science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 14,804 students, 10,118 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 54 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Colleges in Omaha with Selective Admissions

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

Alegent Health School of Radiologic Technology
7500 Mercy Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68124

  • Programs: radiographer.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 23 students, 8 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Clarkson College
101 S 42nd St
Omaha, Nebraska 68131-2739

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, radiation therapist, physical therapist assistant, nurse practitioner, business, various nursing, licensed practical nurse, medical records admin.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 788 students, 657 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 140 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

College of Saint Mary
7000 Mercy Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska 68106

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, business management, teacher ed, legal assistant, health care administration, medical records tech, occupational therapy, elementary school teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 973 students, 790 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 250 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Creighton University
2500 California Plaza
Omaha, Nebraska 68178

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, pharmacy, law, medicine, biology, finance, dentistry, physical therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 6,992 students, 8,639 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,433 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-630. Math: 540-660. Writing: 510-620.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Grace University
1311 S 9th St
Omaha, Nebraska 68108-3629

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: bible studies, counseling psychology, business management, religious education, secondary teaching, missionary studies, pastoral counseling, elementary school teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 431 students, 362 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 301 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health
720 North 87th Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68114-2852

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, surgical tech, medical assistant, respiratory care tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, radiographer, health and fitness, health care administration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 592 students, 561 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 101 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Omaha School of Massage Therapy
9748 Park Dr
Omaha, Nebraska 68127

  • Programs: massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 122 students, 138 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

The Creative Center
10850 Emmet St
Omaha, Nebraska 68164

  • Programs: commercial art.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 107 students, 177 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Universal College of Healing Arts
8702 North 30th Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68112-1810

  • Programs: massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 100 students, 83 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

University of Nebraska Medical Center
987815 Nebraska Medical Ctr
Omaha, Nebraska 68198-7815

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, physical therapy, physician assistant, clinical lab tech, dental hygienist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 3,128 students, 1,656 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare.

University of Nebraska at Omaha
6001 Dodge St
Omaha, Nebraska 68182-0225

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, elementary school teaching, criminal justice and safety, secondary teaching, psychology, biology, social work, computer science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 14,156 students, 11,287 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,552 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Xenon International Academy Omaha
8516 Park Drive
Omaha, Nebraska 68127-3622

  • Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 243 students, 407 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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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
Bellevue Colleges144,3827,792 
Blair Colleges17,512634558
Papillion Colleges116,363101186

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