Salem Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

University of Phoenix
Salem, Oregon

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

Academy of Hair Design Salem
305 Court NE
Salem, Oregon 97301

• Programs: cosmetology, barber.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 59 students, 77 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Chemeketa Community College
4000 Lancaster Dr NE
Salem, Oregon 97305

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, general studies, licensed practical nurse, fire-fighting, registered nursing, EMT paramedic, criminal justice and safety, building inspector.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 7,255 students, 7,702 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Phagans School of Beauty
622 Lancaster Dr NE
Salem, Oregon 97301

• Programs: cosmetology, personal grooming, barber, manicurist, hair styling, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 41 students, 53 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Valley Medical College
4707 Silverton Road NE
Salem, Oregon 97305

• Programs: medical assistant, licensed practical nurse, medical secretary, phlebotomy, medical receptionist.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 69 students, 98 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

College of Hair Design Careers
1684 Clay St NE
Salem, Oregon 97301-1952

• Programs: cosmetology, personal grooming, hair styling, facial treatment, manicurist.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 65 students, 81 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Corban College
5000 Deer Park Dr SE
Salem, Oregon 97317-9392

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: psychology, education, business management, English, liberal arts and sciences, bible studies, health and physical education, social services.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 959 students, 1,059 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 538 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-580. Math: 450-580. Writing: 440-570.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Willamette University
900 State St
Salem, Oregon 97301

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, education, business management, economics, biology, political science, psychology, Spanish language.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 2,720 students, 2,182 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,465 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 570-680. Math: 550-650. Writing: 550-660.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.