Austin Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

DeVry University
Austin, Texas

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
Austin, Texas

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
Austin, Texas

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

The Art Institutes
Austin, Texas

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
Austin, Texas

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

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Austin
Austin, Texas

One of a limited number of cooking schools that awards Le Cordon Bleu credentials. Career office helps students find appropriate employment upon graduation.

• Programs: Cooking And Culinary Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Le Cordon Bleu Schools North America
Austin, Texas

Offers degree programs in culinary arts, baking & pastry and hospitality & restaurant management. Located at sixteen campuses in twelve states.

• Programs: Cooking And Culinary Arts, Hospitality
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

National American University Campus
Austin, Texas

Offers degree programs in business, health care, information technology, and much more. Located at twelve campuses throughout the Central U.S.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Hospitality, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master, Professional Diploma

ITT Technical Institute
Austin, Texas

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

Southern Careers Institute
Austin, Texas

Get started on a career in the business or health care fields at Southern Careers Institute. Our programs provide students with the focused, hands-on learning that can really make a difference.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Office And Administration
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

Academy of Cosmetology Austin
1901 W Wm Cannon Ste 143
Austin, Texas 78745

• Programs: manicurist, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 54 students, 74 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Allied Health Careers
5424 Hwy 290 W Ste 105
Austin, Texas 78735

• Programs: allied health and medical assisting, dental assistant, pharmacy tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 249 students, 277 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Austin Community College District
5930 Middle Fiskville Rd
Austin, Texas 78752

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, business, drafting, welding, fire-fighting, licensed practical nurse, general studies, automobile mechanics.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 33,508 students, 21,741 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Baldwin Beauty School Burnet Road Austin
8440 Burnet Rd., Ste 140
Austin, Texas 78757-7068

• Programs: cosmetology, facial treatment, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 125 students, 243 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Baldwin Beauty School South Lamar Austin
3005 S Lamar
Austin, Texas 78704-4785

• Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, facial treatment, manicurist.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 76 students, 118 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Capitol City Careers
5424 Highway 290 West, Suite 200
Austin, Texas 78735

• Programs: legal secretary, office management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 54 students, 40 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Capitol City Trade and Technical School
205 E Riverside Dr
Austin, Texas 78704

• Programs: automobile mechanics, HVAC tech, drafting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 255 students, 208 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Kussad Institute of Court Reporting
2800 South Ih35 Ste 110
Austin, Texas 78704

• Programs: court reporting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 37 students, 45 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Southwest Institute of Technology
5424 Hwy 290 W Ste 200
Austin, Texas 78735

• Programs: electromechanical tech, electrical installation and repair.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 29 students, 28 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Virginia College-Austin
6301 E Highway 290
Austin, Texas 78723

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medical assistant, sonography and ultrasound tech, legal assistant, medical coding, pharmacy tech, surgical tech, medical office assistant, veterinary assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 825 students, 663 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Academy of Oriental Medicine
2700 W Anderson Ln Ste 204
Austin, Texas 78757

• Programs: acupuncture.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 211 students, 172 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

Austin Graduate School of Theology
7640 Guadalupe St
Austin, Texas 78752

• Programs: bible studies, theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 67 students, 28 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
100 E 27th St
Austin, Texas 78705-5797

• Programs: ministry, theology, theology and religious vocations.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 175 students, 182 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 107 student capacity.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Concordia University Texas
11400 Concordia University Dr.
Austin, Texas 78726

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business, education, elementary school teaching, social studies, business management, biology, religious education, business administration.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,832 students, 1,591 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 270 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 440-550. Math: 450-550. Writing: 430-530.
• 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.

Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest
501 E. 32nd St.
Austin, Texas 78705

• Programs: ministry, pastoral counseling, theology, theology and religious vocations, theological and ministerial studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 97 students, 31 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 49 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Huston-Tillotson University
900 Chicon St
Austin, Texas 78702-2795

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, teacher ed, exercise science, criminal justice and administration, interdisciplinary studies, psychology, sociology, biology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 768 students, 623 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 464 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 360-460. Math: 350-500.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Saint Edward's University
3001 S Congress Ave
Austin, Texas 78704

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, media studies, psychology, social service professions, mental health counseling, marketing, finance, accounting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 5,317 students, 4,358 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,217 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-620. Math: 510-610. Writing: 500-600.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Texas College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
4005 Manchaca Rd
Austin, Texas 78704

• Programs: acupuncture.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 88 students, 108 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas 78712

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, biology, political science, accounting, electrical engineering, law, psychology, finance.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 50,170 students, 45,482 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 8,030 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 530-660. Math: 570-690. Writing: 520-650.
• Flexibility: 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.