Pittsburgh Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

DeVry University
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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

Everest Institute
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Founded in 1851 as Duff's Business Institute, the school offers career education programs in 12 states with greater than 25 locations.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, 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, Diploma

Sanford Brown Institute
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Students develop career skills in several health-related fields (such as Ultrasound) and criminal justice. Some programs can be finished in as little as 9 months.

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

Kaplan Career Institute
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Offers career training and degree programs in business, health care, information systems, legal studies, secretarial science studies, and specialized technology.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Empire Beauty Schools
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Offers cosmetology career training. Located at 37 campuses across the U.S.

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

Vet Tech Institute
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The school trains its students for jobs as veterinary technicians. Some of its locations confer an AVMA accredited degree.

• Programs: Medical Support And Technology
• Degrees/Course Work: Coursework

Community College of Allegheny County
800 Allegheny Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15233-1895

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, liberal arts and sciences, business management, general studies, carpentry, accounting technology, radiographer, legal assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 18,525 students, 13,098 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Dean Institute of Technology
1501 W Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15226-1197

• Programs: electrician, welding, HVAC tech, property management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 132 students, 135 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Pennsylvania Gunsmith School
812 Ohio River Blvd
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15202-2637

• Programs: gunsmith.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 39 students, 54 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
5808 Baum Blvd
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206-3706

• Programs: funeral and mortuary.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 180 students, 234 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

South Hills Beauty Academy
3269 W Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15216

• Programs: aesthetician and skin care, cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 113 students, 95 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

St Margaret School of Nursing
221 Seventh Street, Suite 100
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15238-3250

• Programs: registered nursing, various nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 145 students, 163 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Triangle Tech-Pittsburgh
1940 Perrysville Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15214-3897

• Programs: electrician, carpentry, HVAC, welding, architectural drafting, mechanical drafting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 287 students, 461 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Bidwell Training Center
1815 Metropolitan St
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15233

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: chemical tech, computer support, chef training, medical records tech, health unit coordinator, pharmacy tech, applied horticulture, medical office management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 187 students, 211 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Byzantine Catholic Seminary
3605 Perrysville Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15214

• Programs: theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 10 students, 8 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 30 student capacity.

Carlow University
3333 Fifth Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213-3165

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, counseling psychology, business management, elementary school teaching, biology, business, psychology, special ed.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 2,178 students, 1,735 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 405 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 440-530. Math: 440-540.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. 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.

Carnegie Mellon University
5000 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213-3890

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, electrical engineering, information technology, computer science, mechanical engineering, software engineering, public policy analysis, chemical engineering.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 10,326 students, 9,625 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 3,908 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 620-720. Math: 670-780. Writing: 620-710.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Duquesne University
Administration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15282

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, pharmacy, registered nursing, marketing, liberal arts and humanities, business management, accounting, biology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 10,296 students, 7,990 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 3,428 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-600. Math: 520-610. Writing: 510-600.
• 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. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

La Roche College
9000 Babcock Blvd
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237-5898

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: health professions, management science, registered nursing, human resources, interior architecture, design and visual communication, criminal justice and safety, psychology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,499 students, 1,363 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 512 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 400-520. Math: 400-510.
• 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.

Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
1401 Blvd of the Allies
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219-5166

• Programs: registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 93 students, 38 full-time equivalent.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 420-560. Math: 420-580.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare.

Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
616 N Highland Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206-2596

• Programs: ministry, theological and ministerial studies, religious education.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 352 students, 176 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 119 student capacity.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare.

Point Park University
201 Wood St
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222-1984

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, criminal justice and safety, drama, dance, cinematography, journalism, business and related services, computer services management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 3,591 students, 3,166 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 844 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-570. Math: 450-560. Writing: 450-570.
• 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. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary
7418 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15208-2594

• Programs: ministry, theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 85 students, 15 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 13 student capacity.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Rosedale Technical Institute
215 Beecham Drive
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15205-9791

• Programs: automobile mechanics, diesel mechanics, electrician.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 184 students, 293 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside Dietetic Internship
5230 Centre Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232

• Programs: dietitian.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 4 students, 4 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-Health System
200 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213-2582

• Programs: radiographer.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 45 students, 61 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling.

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-Shadyside School of Nursing
5230 Centre Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232

• Programs: registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 485 students, 393 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling.

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
4200 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15260

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, business management, education, speech and rhetoric, social work, law, political science, library science.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 27,020 students, 27,246 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 7,000 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 570-670. Math: 580-670.
• 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.

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing
4900 Friendship Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15224

• Programs: registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 141 students, 134 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 50 student capacity.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare.