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Memphis Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Memphis

There are at least 31 colleges in Memphis, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 41,447 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 32,379 full-time students, and a reported 4,716 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include University of Memphis and Southwest Tennessee Community College.

We also provide an extensive list of Tennessee Colleges.

Memphis QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

DeVry University
Memphis, Tennessee

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, Engineering Technician, Leisure, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

High-Tech Institute
Memphis, Tennessee

Offers degree and certificate programs in technology, health care, criminal justice, visual communication, veterinary technology, and business. Located at ten campuses throughout the U.S.

  • Programs: Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

ITT Technical Institute
Cordova, Tennessee

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

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Memphis, Tennessee

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, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Medical Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Master

National College
Memphis, Tennessee

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

Remington College
Memphis, Tennessee

Career college with multiple campuses all across the United States. Instruction with a strong component based on learning by doing.

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

Strayer University
Memphis, Tennessee

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

University of Phoenix
Cordova, Tennessee

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, Medical Administration, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Vatterott College
Memphis, Tennessee

Offers diploma and degree programs in health care, business, computer science, and technical fields. Located in several campus locations across the Midwest

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Design, Engineering Technician, Law, Liberal Arts, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Photography And Commercial Art, Production Trades, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

Memphis Open Admission Colleges

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

Last Minute Cuts School of Barbering and Cosmetology
2195 S Third St
Memphis, Tennessee 38109

  • Programs: barber, cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, hair styling, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 65 students, 63 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

New Wave Hair Academy
804 S Highland
Memphis, Tennessee 38111

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 309 students, 245 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Plaza Beauty School
4682 Spottswood Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38117-4822

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 171 students, 133 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Southern Institute of Cosmetology
3099 S Perkins
Memphis, Tennessee 38118-3239

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 72 students, 72 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Southwest Tennessee Community College
737 Union Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38103

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, EMT paramedic, registered nursing, accounting technology, computer engineering tech, business and related services, electronics tech, business.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 10,617 students, 6,970 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.

Tennessee Academy of Cosmetology LLC
7020 E Shelby Dr Ste 104
Memphis, Tennessee 38125

  • Programs: cosmetology, make-up artist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 90 students, 56 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Tennessee Academy of Cosmetology LLC
7041 Stage Rd Ste 101
Memphis, Tennessee 38133

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 101 students, 67 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Tennessee Technology Center at Memphis
550 Alabama Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38105-3604

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: truck and bus driver, aircraft powerplant tech, cosmetology, business support services, licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, barber, HVAC.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 857 students, 824 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

William Moore College of Technology
1200 Poplar Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38104-7240

  • Programs: HVAC, welding, heavy equipment maintenance tech, computer repair, machinist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 170 students, 86 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

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

Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences
1003 Monroe Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38104

  • Programs: registered nursing, radiation therapist, radiographer, nuclear medical tech, respiratory care tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, health care administration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 925 students, 744 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 95 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Christian Brothers University
650 E Parkway S
Memphis, Tennessee 38104

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: educational administration, business, business management, psychology courses, marketing, accounting, MIS, physical sciences.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 1,874 students, 1,528 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 576 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-580. Math: 460-590.
  • 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.

Concorde Career College
5100 Poplar Avenue Suite 132
Memphis, Tennessee 38137-0132

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical office management, home health aide, dental assistant, respiratory care tech, pharmacy tech, surgical tech, massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 1,101 students, 1,101 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Crichton College
255 N Highland
Memphis, Tennessee 38111-1375

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: non-profit management, elementary school teaching, bible studies, education, psychology, business management, middle school teaching, English teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,007 students, 751 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 153 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 400-420. Math: 395-425. Writing: 410-410.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Le Moyne-Owen College
807 Walker Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38126

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, criminal justice and safety, early childhood education, special ed, biology, computer science, social work, music.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 592 students, 537 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 143 student capacity.
  • 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.

Memphis College of Art
1930 Poplar Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38104-2764

  • Programs: fine arts.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 341 students, 300 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 106 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-570. Math: 380-410.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

Memphis Theological Seminary
168 East Parkway South
Memphis, Tennessee 38104-4395

  • Programs: ministry, religion, theological and ministerial studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 278 students, 200 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 40 student capacity.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

New Directions Hair Academy-The Beauty Institute
568 Colonial Road
Memphis, Tennessee 38111

  • Programs: cosmetology, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 210 students, 151 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

New Wave Hair Academy
3250 Coleman Rd.
Memphis, Tennessee 38128

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 111 students, 111 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Pyramid Beauty School
1292 Madison Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38104

Rhodes College
2000 North Parkway
Memphis, Tennessee 38112-1690

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: biology, English, history, political science, psychology, business management, international relations, economics.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 1,697 students, 1,684 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,212 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 580-680. Math: 580-680.
  • Flexibility: AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Southern College of Optometry
1245 Madison Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38104-2211

  • Programs: optometry, biology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 480 students, 480 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee 38152

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: interdisciplinary studies, business management, curriculum and instruction, teacher ed, registered nursing, liberal arts and sciences, psychology, law.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 20,379 students, 16,276 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,391 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-620. Math: 460-580. Writing: 460-570.
  • 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.

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