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Columbus Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Columbus, Ohio

There are at least 28 colleges in Columbus, listed and described below. These schools represent 93,768 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 89,671 full-time students, and a reported 11,813 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Ohio State University-Main Campus, Columbus State Community College, Franklin University and Capital University.

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

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DeVry University
Columbus, Ohio

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
Columbus, Ohio

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
Columbus, Ohio

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
Columbus, Ohio

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

Kaplan College KHE
Columbus, Ohio

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

Harrison College
Grove City, Ohio

Over 100 years of quality education at 12 campuses throughout Indiana and Ohio. Career-focused bachelor's and associate's degrees, diplomas and certificate programs. Online programs available.

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

National College
Columbus, Ohio

Offers degree programs and career training in business, healthcare, and technology fields. Located in several campus locations across the Eastern U.S.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Hospitality, Law, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Diploma

Illinois Centers for Broadcasting
Columbus, Ohio

Professional radio and television broadcasting diploma program in fully-equipped studio settings. Five locations: Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, Ohio; Chicago, Illinois; and Denver, Colorado.

  • Programs: Media
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Columbus Colleges with Open Admissions

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Columbus State Community College
550 E Spring St
Columbus, Ohio 43215

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, business management, child care management, automotive tech, health and fitness, veterinary assistant, sign language translation.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 23,057 students, 17,018 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.

Franklin University
201 S Grant Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43215-5399

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, business, accounting, human resources, information technology, marketing, finance, health care administration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 7,559 students, 6,073 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Nationwide Beauty Academy
5300 Westpointe Plz
Columbus, Ohio 43228

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 115 students, 43 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Ohio Institute of Health Careers
1880 E. Dublin - Granville Rd. - Ste 100
Columbus, Ohio 43229-3553

  • Programs: dental assistant, medical assistant, health and medical administrative, massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 323 students, 430 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Ohio State College of Barber Styling
4614 E Broad St
Columbus, Ohio 43213

  • Programs: barber.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 103 students, 368 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Ohio State School of Cosmetology & Experts Barber School
4390 Karl Rd
Columbus, Ohio 43203

  • Programs: cosmetology, barber, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 86 students, 44 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Ohio State School of Cosmetology Columbus
3717 S High St
Columbus, Ohio 43207

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 61 students, 21 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

The Spa School
5050 N High
Columbus, Ohio 43214

  • Programs: aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 120 students, 78 full-time equivalent.

Colleges in Columbus with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Adult and Community Education-Hudson
2323 Lexington Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43211

  • Programs: licensed practical nurse, HVAC, data processing tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 190 students, 264 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

American Institute of Alternative Medicine
6685 Doubletree Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43229

  • Programs: massage therapy, acupuncture, traditional Asian medicine.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 171 students, 108 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Bexley Hall Episcopal Seminary
583 Sheridan Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43209-2325

  • Programs: ministry, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 25 students, 4 full-time equivalent.

Capital University
1 College and Main
Columbus, Ohio 43209-2394

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, registered nursing, nursing administration, business management, social work, psychology, interdisciplinary studies, marketing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 3,713 students, 2,660 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,299 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-580. Math: 480-600. Writing: 460-590.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Columbus College of Art and Design
107 N Ninth St
Columbus, Ohio 43215

  • Programs: film and photography, fine arts studies, commercial art, industrial design, illustration, interior design, fashion design.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,545 students, 1,316 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 276 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-580. Math: 450-550. Writing: 440-550.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Mount Carmel College of Nursing
127 So. Davis Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43222-1504

  • Programs: registered nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 680 students, 721 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 144 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Ohio Dominican University
1216 Sunbury Road
Columbus, Ohio 43219

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, special ed, early childhood education, general studies, biology, psychology, theology, curriculum and instruction.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 3,082 students, 2,551 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 811 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Ohio State University-Main Campus
190 N. Oval Mall
Columbus, Ohio 43210

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: education, communication studies, psychology, political science, accounting, marketing, English, business management.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 52,568 students, 57,779 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 9,038 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 540-650. Math: 590-680.
  • 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.

Pontifical College Josephinum
7625 N High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43235-1499

  • Programs: philosophy, ministry, history, philosophy and religious studies, Latin American studies, Classical languages, English, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 194 students, 167 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 200 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 495-635. Math: 550-655. Writing: 510-570.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Trinity Lutheran Seminary
2199 E Main St
Columbus, Ohio 43209-2334

  • Programs: ministry, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 176 students, 26 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 45 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

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(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)
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