Charlotte Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

DeVry University
Charlotte, North Carolina

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

DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management
Charlotte, North Carolina

Offers MBA and Master's degree management programs. Located at several sites in the United States and Canada

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Graduate Certificate, Master

University of Phoenix
Charlotte, North Carolina

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

Strayer University
Charlotte, North Carolina

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Master

The Art Institutes
Charlotte, North Carolina

The Art Institutes (AI) provides programs that stimulate the minds of its students with programs in design, the arts, game programming, culinary cuisine, and fashion.

• Programs: Architecture And Planning, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Drama And Performing Arts, Engineering Technician, Hospitality, Media, Music, Photography And Commercial Art
• Degrees/Course Work: Advanced Diploma, Associate, Bachelor, Bachelor , Certificate, Certificate , Diploma

Kaplan College KHE
Charlotte, North Carolina

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

ECPI University
Charlotte, North Carolina

ECPI University has offered many different campuses, as well as online, education for several different programs for almost 40 years.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Degree, Diploma

King's College
Charlotte, North Carolina

Career school with 100+ years teaching relevant job skills. Its on-campus dorms are a bonus for this type of school.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Law, Leisure, Medical Support And Technology, Office And Administration
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

Medical Careers Institute
Charlotte, North Carolina

Medical Careers Institute specialized in career training for a variety of medical careers. The school offers programs at more than a dozen campuses in Virginia and the Carolinas.

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

The Hair Design School
Charlotte, North Carolina

Get started on your career with the Hair Design School. We offer training for careers as a cosmetologist.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

Central Piedmont Community College
1201 Elizabeth Avenue
Charlotte, North Carolina 28204

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, HVAC, early childhood education, health professions, registered nursing, business management, accounting, liberal arts and humanities.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 18,052 students, 13,562 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

New Life Theological Seminary
3117 Whiting Ave
Charlotte, North Carolina 28205-1648

• Programs: missionary studies, bible studies, theology and religious vocations, pre-ministerial studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 63 students, 53 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Brookstone College Charlotte
10125 Berkeley Place Drive
Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

• Programs: medical assistant, medical secretary, pharmacy tech, accounting technology, administrative assistant, computer systems tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 159 students, 131 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Carolinas College of Health Sciences
1200 Blythe Blvd
Charlotte, North Carolina 28203-2861

• Programs: registered nursing, pre-nursing, radiographer, EMT paramedic, clinical lab tech, surgical tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 484 students, 354 full-time equivalent.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 440-570. Math: 460-560.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Hairstyling Institute of Charlotte
209B S Kings Dr
Charlotte, North Carolina 28204

• Programs: cosmetology, barber.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 18 students, 44 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
Academic Center, 801 West Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina 28202

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: chef training, foodservice management, pastry, hotel management, marketing, business management, parks and recreation management, accounting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 2,569 students, 2,660 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,286 student capacity.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Johnson C Smith University
100 Beatties Ford Rd
Charlotte, North Carolina 28216-5398

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, mass communication, criminal justice and administration, biology, English, sports and fitness management, information technology, psychology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 1,463 students, 1,508 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,127 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 434-504. Math: 436-506.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Mercy School of Nursing
701 B Forest Point Circle
Charlotte, North Carolina 28273

• Programs: registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 138 students, 213 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Queens University of Charlotte
1900 Selwyn Ave
Charlotte, North Carolina 28274-0001

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, business management, elementary school teaching, communication studies, creative writing, psychology, English, human services.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 2,243 students, 1,830 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 711 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-580. Math: 480-580. Writing: 470-570.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd
Charlotte, North Carolina 28223-0001

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, psychology, communication studies, elementary school teaching, finance, accounting, marketing, registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 22,388 students, 19,187 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 4,940 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-560. Math: 490-590. Writing: 460-550.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.