Memphis Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

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 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
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, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Graduate Certificate, 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, 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
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, 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

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, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Photography And Commercial Art, Production Trades, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Diploma

Anthem Career College
Memphis, Tennessee

Get your career on track with an education from Anthem Career College. We offer diploma and associate degree programs in the medical, legal, and business fields.

• Programs: Business And Management, Law, Medical Support And Technology, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

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

The Hair Design School
Memphis, Tennessee

Get started on your career with the Hair Design School. We offer training for careers as a cosmetologist.

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

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

• Programs: cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 171 students, 200 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.
• Student Body: 72 students, 88 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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

• Programs: make-up artist, cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 90 students, 142 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Tennessee Academy of Cosmetology Stage Road Memphis
7041 Stage Road, Suite 101
Memphis, Tennessee 38133

• Programs: cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 101 students, 157 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: aircraft powerplant tech, truck and bus driver, licensed practical nurse, cosmetology, industrial electronics tech, barber, dental assistant, nursing assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 857 students, 840 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

The Beauty Institute-Memphis
568 Colonial Road
Memphis, Tennessee 38111

• Programs: cosmetology, personal grooming.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 210 students, 211 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

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

• Programs: HVAC, heavy equipment maintenance tech, welding, computer repair, machinist.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 170 students, 92 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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

• Programs: registered nursing, radiographer, health care administration, nuclear medical tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, radiation therapist, respiratory care tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 925 students, 867 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 100 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, psychology, marketing, business, business management, finance, accounting, interdisciplinary studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,874 students, 1,707 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 542 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-610. Math: 480-620.
• 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 Memphis
5100 Poplar Avenue Suite 132
Memphis, Tennessee 38137-0132

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medical assistant, home health aide, dental assistant, medical office management, respiratory care tech, pharmacy tech, surgical tech, massage therapy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 1,101 students, 771 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, education, bible studies, middle school teaching, psychology, business management, English.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 1,007 students, 898 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 176 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 400-420. Math: 395-425. Writing: 410-411.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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.
• Student Body: 65 students, 180 full-time equivalent.

Le Moyne-Owen College
807 Walker Ave
Memphis, Tennessee 38126-6595

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, criminal justice and safety, special ed, biology, social work, computer science, music, sociology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 592 students, 567 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 144 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, 350 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 165 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-630. Math: 460-570. Writing: 450-610.
• 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, 106 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 40 student capacity.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Rhodes College
2000 North Parkway
Memphis, Tennessee 38112-1690

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: biology, psychology, business management, history, political science, English, economics, international relations.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,697 students, 1,698 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,245 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 580-680. Math: 580-670. Writing: 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.
• Degrees/Certificates: First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 480 students.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

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, radiation therapist, administrative assistant, business, MIS.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 10,617 students, 7,737 full-time equivalent.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Math: 375-515.
• 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.

University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee 38152

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: interdisciplinary studies, business management, registered nursing, teacher ed, curriculum and instruction, general studies, psychology, English.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 20,379 students, 16,201 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.