Dallas Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

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, 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

Sanford Brown College
Dallas, Texas

Students attend the school to gain practical skills directly useful in their chosen fields. Multiple campuses around St. Louis plus one in Milwaukee.

• Programs: Business And Management, Design, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

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: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, 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, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Coursework, Diploma

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: 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, Diploma

Le Cordon Bleu College 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 sixteen campuses in twelve states.

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

Kaplan College KHE
Dallas, Texas

Kaplan College teaches students skills that have relevance in many fast-growing employment areas. Several forms of tuition assistance may be available for qualified enrollees.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Photography And Commercial Art, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, 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, Religion And Philosophy, 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
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Liberal Arts, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Production Trades, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

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

• Programs: aircraft maintenance.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 321 students, 328 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: administrative assistant, legal secretary, medical office assistant, word processing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 63 students, 51 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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

• Programs: barber, cosmetoloty instructor, hair styling, personal grooming.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 96 students, 137 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

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, 204 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

El Centro College
801 Main
Dallas, Texas 75202-3604

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, EMT paramedic, general studies, legal assistant, chef training, radiographer, medical assistant, sonography and ultrasound tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 6,680 students, 4,239 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.

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

• Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 184 students, 128 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

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

• Programs: cosmetology, personal grooming, cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 44 students, 107 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, accounting, interdisciplinary studies, business, electronics tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 7,009 students, 4,191 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.

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

• Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetoloty instructor, personal grooming.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 222 students, 257 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• 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.
• Student Body: 722 students, 996 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, business management, applied horticulture, real estate, office data entry, electronics tech, computer networking.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 15,311 students, 9,668 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.
• Student Body: 84 students, 107 full-time equivalent.

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

• Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 41 students, 76 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: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 252 students, 366 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 60 student capacity.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

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

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, general studies, psychology, educational administration, communication studies, liberal arts and sciences, school counseling, religious education.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
• Student Body: 5,244 students, 4,047 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,543 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 471-585. Math: 482-590.
• 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, elementary school teaching, bible studies, business, secondary teaching, diversity studies, psychology, teacher ed.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 358 students, 202 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 130 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 393-503. Math: 336-526. Writing: 396-541.
• 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 Nursing Institute
12170 N. Abrams Road Suite 200
Dallas, Texas 75243

• Programs: licensed practical nurse.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 204 students, 249 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, religious education, bible studies, pastoral counseling, missionary studies, theological and ministerial studies, theology and religious vocations, theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 2,005 students, 688 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 469 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, 134 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Neilson Beauty College
416 W Jefferson Blvd
Dallas, Texas 75208

• Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 50 students, 98 full-time equivalent.

Paul Quinn College
3837 Simpson Stuart Rd
Dallas, Texas 75241

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: managerial economics, physical education teaching, sociology, biology, communication studies, accounting, English teaching, history teaching.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 567 students, 514 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 236 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 375-650. Math: 370-590. Writing: 385-600.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. 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, economics, marketing, accounting, psychology, systems engineering.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 10,829 students, 8,633 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,210 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 560-660. Math: 590-680. Writing: 560-660.
• 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, orthotist/prosthetist, dietitian, clinical psychology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 2,253 students, 1,275 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.