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Colleges in Las Vegas

There are at least 21 colleges in Las Vegas, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 67,916 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 44,409 full-time students, and a reported 2,000 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include College of Southern Nevada and University of Nevada-Las Vegas.

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

Las Vegas QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

Academy of Healing Arts
Las Vegas, Nevada

Offers healthcare career training. Located in Las Vegas, Nevada.

  • Programs: Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Apollo 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, Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

High-Tech Institute
Las Vegas, Nevada

Offers degree and certificate programs in technology, health care, criminal justice, visual communication, veterinary technology, and business. Located at ten campuses throughout the U.S.

  • Programs: Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

Kaplan College
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, Design, Engineering Technician, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

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 thirteen campuses in ten states

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

Nevada School of Massage Therapy
Las Vegas, Nevada

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

TechSkills
Las Vegas, Nevada

TechSkills offers higher learning education to adults who are seeking to advance their careers, or even start new ones, after extended periods of time in other endeavors.

  • Programs: Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

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, Medical Administration, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Las Vegas Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

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

  • Programs: cosmetology, make-up artist, personal grooming, barber.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 165 students, 132 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: general studies, liberal arts and sciences, business management, registered nursing, science tech, hotel management, psychology, dental hygienist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 37,758 students, 20,362 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.

Crescent City Bartending School
4180 S. Sandhill Rd Suite B-8
Las Vegas, Nevada 89121

  • Programs: personal and culinary services, bartending.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 227 students, 227 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

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

  • Programs: cosmetology, hair styling, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Other degree.
  • Student Body: 32 students, 28 full-time equivalent.

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

  • Programs: dental assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 11 students, 11 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Marinello School of Beauty
5001 East Bonanza Ste 110
Las Vegas, Nevada 89110

  • Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, hair styling, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 226 students, 226 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Nevada Career Institute
3025 E Desert Inn Road Suite A
Las Vegas, Nevada 89121

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical office management, massage therapy, surgical tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 80 students, 80 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance. Remedial services.

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

  • Programs: massage therapy, phlebotomy, dental assistant, medical office assistant, medical billing, allied health and medical assisting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 162 students, 110 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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

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

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Heritage College
3315 Spring Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, Nevada 89102

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical secretary, pharmacy tech, computer and info science, criminal justice and administration, legal assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 475 students, 475 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Southern Nevada University of Cosmetology
3430 E Tropicana Ave
Las Vegas, Nevada 89121-7335

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: hospitality management, psychology, curriculum and instruction, criminal justice and safety, business management, special ed, mass communication, accounting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 27,960 students, 21,938 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,000 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-560. 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.

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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
Henderson Colleges8175,3812,867 

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