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Dallas Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Dallas

There are at least 39 colleges in Dallas, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 54,167 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 35,575 full-time students, and a reported 4,533 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Richland College, Southern Methodist University, Mountain View College and El Centro College.

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

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Dallas 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.

ATI Career Training Center
Dallas, Texas

Offers career training and associate's degrees in several fields. Located in Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico.

  • Programs: Basic Skills, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

ATI Technical Institute
Dallas, Texas

Offers career training in technical fields. Located in Dallas, Texas.

  • Programs: Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Production Trades
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Argosy University
Dallas, Texas

Offers degree programs in business, education, health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. 19 campuses in 11 states and online programs.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Liberal Arts, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

Court Reporting Institute
Dallas, Texas

The college’s sole program of court reporting allows it to focus all of its attention on preparing students for this particular career. Associate degree can be obtained online.

  • Programs: Law, Media, Medical Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate

Everest College
Dallas, Texas

Offers certificate programs, degree programs, and courses in 11 U.S. states with more than 35 locations. Online programs are also available.

  • Programs: Basic Skills, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Religion And Philosophy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree

Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts Dallas
Dallas, Texas

Offers associate degree programs in culinary arts. Located in Dallas, Texas.

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

Le Cordon Bleu Schools North America
Dallas, Texas

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

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

Le Tourneau University
Dallas, Texas

Offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of fields. Offered online and at campus locations in Texas

  • Programs: Business And Management, Education And Teaching, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Certificate, Master

Sanford-Brown Institute
Dallas, Texas

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

TechSkills
Dallas, Texas

TechSkills offers higher learning education to adults who are seeking to advance their careers, or even start new ones, after extended periods of time in other endeavors.

  • Programs: Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

The Art Institutes
Dallas, 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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Fine Arts, Hospitality, Leisure, Media, Music, Photography And Commercial Art
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree

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

Westwood College
Dallas, Texas

Established over 50 years ago, Westwood College provides practical courses and programs leading to skills and credentials its graduates can directly utilize in their careers.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Law, Leisure, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Support And Technology, Real Estate And Construction Management, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

Dallas Open Admission Colleges

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

Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Dallas
7555 Lemmon Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75209

  • Programs: aircraft maintenance.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 321 students, 321 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Central Texas Commercial College
9400 N Central Expy Ste 200
Dallas, Texas 75231

  • Programs: legal secretary, administrative assistant, medical office assistant, word processing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 63 students, 63 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Dallas Barber & Stylist College
9357 Forest Lane
Dallas, Texas 75243

  • Programs: barber, personal grooming, hair styling, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 96 students, 96 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

El Centro College
801 Main
Dallas, Texas 75202-3604

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, general studies, legal assistant, chef training, medical assistant, pastry, computer networking, radiographer.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 6,680 students, 3,304 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Interactive Learning Systems
8585 No. Stemmons Fwy . Suite C-15
Dallas, Texas 75247

  • Programs: accounting and related services, administrative assistant, computer and info science, computer programming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 25 students, 25 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Jones Beauty College
10909 Webb Chapel Rd
Dallas, Texas 75229-3734

  • Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 184 students, 92 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

MJ's Beauty Academy Inc
3939 S Polk Ste 505
Dallas, Texas 75224

  • Programs: cosmetology, personal grooming, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 44 students, 44 full-time equivalent.

Mountain View College
4849 W Illinois
Dallas, Texas 75211-6599

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: general studies, criminal justice and safety, business management, drafting, business, accounting, education, data processing tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 7,009 students, 3,564 full-time equivalent.
  • 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.

Neilson Beauty College
416 W Jefferson Blvd
Dallas, Texas 75208

  • Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 50 students, 50 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Ogle School of Hair Design
6333 E Mockingbird Ln Ste 201
Dallas, Texas 75214

  • Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 222 students, 203 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

PCI Health Training Center
8101 John Carpenter Fwy
Dallas, Texas 75247-4720

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical records admin, nursing assistant, mental and social health services.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 722 students, 722 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Richland College
12800 Abrams Rd
Dallas, Texas 75243-2199

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: general studies, accounting, applied horticulture, electronics tech, international business, real estate, computer networking, web design.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 15,311 students, 8,004 full-time equivalent.
  • 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.

Ronny J's Barber Styling
443 Bruton Terrace Center
Dallas, Texas 75227

  • Programs: barber, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 84 students, 84 full-time equivalent.

Southeastern Career Institute
12005 Ford Road Suite 100
Dallas, Texas 75234

  • Programs: medical assistant, legal assistant, medical office assistant, pharmacy tech, dental assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 356 students, 356 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Velma B's Beauty Academy
1511 S Ewing Ave.
Dallas, Texas 75216

  • Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 41 students, 41 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Wade College
1950 Stemmons Freeway Suite 2026 INFOMART
Dallas, Texas 75207

  • Programs: merchandising and sales, fashion design, interior design, graphic design.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's.
  • Student Body: 252 students, 240 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 60 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

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

Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway
Dallas, Texas 75211-9299

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, general studies, psychology, communication studies, educational administration, religious education, school counseling, liberal arts and sciences.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 5,244 students, 3,720 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,436 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 465-590. Math: 464-575.
  • 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.

Dallas Christian College
2700 Christian Pkwy
Dallas, Texas 75234-7299

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: pastoral counseling, bible studies, elementary school teaching, business, psychology, diversity studies, secondary teaching, teacher ed.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 358 students, 293 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 130 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 440-580. Math: 395-625. Writing: 434-574.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Dallas Institute of Funeral Service
3909 S Buckner Blvd
Dallas, Texas 75227-4314

  • Programs: funeral and mortuary.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 127 students, 127 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Dallas Nursing Institute
12170 N. Abrams Road Suite 200
Dallas, Texas 75243

  • Programs: licensed practical nurse.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 204 students, 204 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Dallas Theological Seminary
3909 Swiss Ave
Dallas, Texas 75204

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: ministry, bible studies, religious education, pastoral counseling, theology and religious vocations, theological and ministerial studies, missionary studies, Biblical languages.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 2,005 students, 1,450 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 325 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

K D Studio
2600 Stemmons Fwy Ste 117
Dallas, Texas 75207

  • Programs: drama.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 102 students, 102 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Parker College of Chiropractic
2500 Walnut Hill Ln
Dallas, Texas 75229-5668

  • Programs: chiropractic, anatomy, massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,018 students, 1,001 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Paul Quinn College
3837 Simpson Stuart Rd
Dallas, Texas 75241

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: managerial economics, teacher ed, biology, engineering technology, corrections and criminal justice, communication studies, sociology, computer science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 567 students, 515 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 232 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 375-750. Math: 380-760. Writing: 365-730.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Southern Methodist University
6425 Boaz St
Dallas, Texas 75275-0221

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: finance, law, business management, marketing, psychology, economics, accounting, advertising.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 10,829 students, 9,118 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,350 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 560-660. Math: 570-670. Writing: 560-650.
  • 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.

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, Texas 75390-9096

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant, clinical lab tech, human genetics, dietitian, immunology, orthotist/prosthetist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 2,253 students, 1,836 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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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.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Duncanville Colleges136,08143 
Farmers Branch Colleges127,50811,059 
Grand Prairie Colleges3127,427302 
Irving Colleges6191,61512,901740
Mesquite Colleges2124,52310,735 
Richardson Colleges591,80214,5563,950

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