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Greenville Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Greenville

There are at least 8 colleges in Greenville, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 21,629 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 15,659 full-time students, and a reported 5,641 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Greenville Technical College, Bob Jones University and Furman University.

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

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  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Greenville.

Greenville QuickSchools™

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ECPI College of Technology
Greenville, South 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
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ITT Technical Institute
Greenville, South 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
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Medical Careers Institute
Greenville, South 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
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Strayer University
Greenville, South 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
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Greenville Open Admission Colleges

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

Bob Jones University
1700 Wade Hampton Boulavard
Greenville, South Carolina 29614

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: religious education, bible studies, elementary school teaching, counseling psychology, registered nursing, humanities, music performance, accounting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 4,228 students, 3,985 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 3,216 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Greenville Technical College
506 S Pleasantburg Dr
Greenville, South Carolina 29607-2416

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, automobile mechanics, liberal arts and sciences, business management, truck and bus driver, licensed practical nurse, physical therapist assistant, data processing tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 14,300 students, 8,767 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

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

Academy of Hair Technology
3715 E North St Ste F
Greenville, South Carolina 29615-2363

  • Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 150 students, 134 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Furman University
3300 Poinsett Highway
Greenville, South Carolina 29613-6162

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, political science, history, teacher education, communication studies, exercise science, biology, psychology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,951 students, 2,773 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,425 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 590-690. Math: 590-690. Writing: 590-690.
  • Flexibility: AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. 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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Central Colleges13,5222,445521

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