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Charlotte Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Charlotte

There are at least 22 colleges in Charlotte, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 47,704 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 35,301 full-time students, and a reported 7,389 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Central Piedmont Community College, Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte and Queens University of Charlotte.

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

Charlotte 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.

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, Engineering Technician, Leisure, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

ECPI College of Technology
Charlotte, North Carolina

ECPI College of Technology (ECT) 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 Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate

ITT Technical Institute
Charlotte, North Carolina

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

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
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, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Medical Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Master

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, Hospitality, Law, Media, 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

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, Design, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

TechSkills
Charlotte, North Carolina

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

TechSkills - Medical
Charlotte, North Carolina

Offers career training in health care. Located at 31 campus locations in 17 states

  • Programs: Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Fine Arts, Hospitality, Leisure, Media, Music, Photography And Commercial Art
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree

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

Charlotte Open Admission Colleges

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

Carolina Beauty College
4901 B North Tryon Street
Charlotte, North Carolina 28215

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 127 students, 123 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business management, legal assistant, registered nursing, HVAC, machine shop assistant, medical assistant, accounting technology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 18,052 students, 10,314 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, theology and religious vocations, bible studies, pre-ministerial studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 63 students, 48 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

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

Brookstone College
10125 Berkeley Place Drive
Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical secretary, administrative assistant, accounting technology, computer systems tech, pharmacy tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 159 students, 159 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: nursing assistant, registered nursing, pre-nursing, phlebotomy, radiographer, clinical lab tech, surgical tech, EMT paramedic.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 484 students, 232 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-553. Math: 480-547.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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

  • Programs: barber, cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 18 students, 18 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, business management, marketing, fashion merchandising, restaurant and food services management.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 2,569 students, 2,538 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 734 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
100-152 Beatties Ford Rd
Charlotte, North Carolina 28216

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, mass communication, criminal justice and administration, computer and info science, biological and physical sciences, psychology, sports and fitness management, social work.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,463 students, 1,441 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,127 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 425-506. Math: 428-501.
  • 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, 66 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 380-520. Math: 410-510. Writing: 400-500.
  • 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, communication studies, elementary school teaching, creative writing, psychology, English, human services.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,243 students, 1,676 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 631 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-570. Math: 470-570. Writing: 450-560.
  • 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, accounting, elementary school teaching, finance, criminal justice and safety, marketing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 22,388 students, 18,686 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 4,897 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.

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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.)

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(2000)
StudentsDorms
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