Las Vegas Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

University of Phoenix
Las Vegas, Nevada

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

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada

Learn to be a chef in Las Vegas at one the most recognized institutions in culinary education.

• Programs: Cooking And Culinary Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate

Le Cordon Bleu Schools North America
Las Vegas, Nevada

Offers degree programs in culinary arts, baking & pastry and hospitality & restaurant management. Located at sixteen campuses in twelve states.

• Programs: Cooking And Culinary Arts, Hospitality
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

Kaplan College KHE
Las Vegas, Nevada

Kaplan College teaches students skills that have relevance in many fast-growing employment areas. Several forms of tuition assistance may be available for qualified enrollees.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Photography And Commercial Art, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Anthem Institute
Las Vegas, Nevada

Offers career training in healthcare and technology. Located at six campuses in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania

• Programs: Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Medical Support And Technology, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Marinello Schools of Beauty
Las Vegas, Nevada

Get started on your beauty career with training from Marinello Schools of Beauty. We are the largest and longest-established chain of beauty schools serving California, Nevada, and Utah.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Diploma

Carrington College
Las Vegas, Nevada

Offers degree and certificate programs in medical, dental, and information technology disciplines. Main campus in Phoenix, Arizona and eight satellite campuses spread across six western states.

• Programs: Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate

Nevada School of Massage Therapy
Las Vegas, Nevada

Accredited massage therapy programs in Las Vegas, Nevada. Flexible schedules available.

• Programs: Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Coursework

Academy of Hair Design Las Vegas
5191 W. Charleston, #150
Las Vegas, Nevada 89146

• Programs: cosmetology, make-up artist, personal grooming, barber.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 165 students, 215 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

College of Southern Nevada
6375 W. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89146-1164

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, liberal arts and sciences, general studies, registered nursing, elementary school teaching, science tech, hotel management, psychology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 37,758 students, 21,499 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. Member of a national athletic association.

Expertise Cosmetology Institute
1911 Stella Lake Street
Las Vegas, Nevada 89106

• Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, aesthetician and skin care, hair styling, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 32 students, 70 full-time equivalent.

Institute of Professional Careers
4472 S Eastern Ave
Las Vegas, Nevada 89119

• Programs: dental assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 11 students, 9 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Northwest Health Careers
7398 Smoke Ranch Road, Ste 100
Las Vegas, Nevada 89128

• Programs: phlebotomy, massage therapy, dental assistant, allied health and medical assisting, medical billing, medical office assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 162 students, 146 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Pima Medical Institute Las Vegas
3333 East Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, Nevada 89121

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medical assistant, veterinary assistant, dental assistant, respiratory care tech, medical secretary, radiographer, pharmacy tech, phlebotomy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 820 students, 761 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Credit for experience.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

University of Nevada-Las Vegas
4505 S Maryland Pky
Las Vegas, Nevada 89154

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: hospitality management, curriculum and instruction, psychology, special ed, business management, accounting, mass communication, criminal justice and safety.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 27,960 students, 24,103 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,735 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 440-560. Math: 450-580.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. 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.