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Charlotte Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Charlotte

There are at least 25 colleges in Charlotte, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 44,008 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 32,414 full-time students, and a reported 7,542 dorm rooms.

(Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left.)

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

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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: e-Business/ e-Commerce, Information Technology, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor

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: e-Business/ e-Commerce, Information Technology, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: 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: Computer Networking, HVAC Electrical Construction, Medical and Pharmaceutical
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate

ITT Technical Institute
Charlotte, North Carolina

With over 90 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

Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, North Carolina

  • Programs: Culinary Arts and Pastry, Hospitality Management
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

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

  • Programs: Accounting, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Public, Technologies
  • 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: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, Graphic Design, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Paralegal, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, 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: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Family and Consumer, Finance, Graphic Design, History, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, International, Law, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Public, Teaching, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, 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 Networking, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Technologies
  • 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 and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • 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: Communication, Culinary Arts and Pastry, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Marketing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree - General

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: Accounting, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Charlotte Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 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: 97 students, 92 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, legal assistant, general studies, business management, chef training, medical assistant, network management, machine shop assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 16,636 students, 9,647 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: bible studies, pre-ministerial studies, theology and religious vocations.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 42 students, 34 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Universal College of Beauty
1701 W Trade St
Charlotte, North Carolina 28216

  • Programs: cosmetology, personal and culinary services, teacher education and development.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2005 information.

Brookstone College
10125 Berkeley Place Drive
Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical secretary, accounting technology, administrative assistant, computer systems tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 172 students, 172 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare.

Carolinas College of Health Sciences
1200 Blythe Blvd
Charlotte, North Carolina 28232-2861

  • Programs: nursing assistant, registered nursing, phlebotomy, radiographyer, EMT paramedic, surgical tech, clinical lab tech, pre-nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 467 students, 246 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 437-530. Math: 450-522.
  • 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.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 22 students, 22 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: pastry, chef training, restaurant and catering management, foodservice management, parks and recreation management, business management, business administration, accounting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 2,156 students, 2,152 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 752 student capacity.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. 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, computer and info science, mass communication, general studies, criminal justice and administration, health and physical education, psychology, biology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,404 students, 1,365 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,127 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 405-500. Math: 410-509.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. 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: 127 students, 61 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-520. Math: 440-500.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing
1901 E Fifth St
Charlotte, North Carolina 28233

  • Programs: surgical tech.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, registered nursing, communication studies, elementary school teaching, creative writing, psychology, English, political science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,113 students, 1,544 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 631 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-570. Math: 480-560.
  • Flexibility: 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, finance, accounting, computer science, communication studies, elementary school teaching, marketing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 20,772 students, 17,079 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 5,032 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-570. Math: 500-590.
  • 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 2005.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Belmont Colleges18,705887595
Concord Colleges155,977315 
Davidson Colleges17,1391,6831,560
Gastonia Colleges166,277190 
Matthews Colleges122,127122 
Mooresville Colleges218,82347 

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