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Irving Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Irving

There are at least 6 colleges in Irving, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 12,901 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 7,498 full-time students, and a reported 740 dorm rooms.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Irving; see particularly Dallas, and Arlington colleges.

The largest schools here include North Lake College and University of Dallas.

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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  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Irving.

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

High-Tech Institute
Irving, Texas

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

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Irving, 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, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Medical Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Master

Irving Open Admission Colleges

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

International Beauty College
2716 W. Irving Blvd
Irving, Texas 75061-4235

  • Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 94 students, 57 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

North Lake College
5001 N MacArthur Blvd
Irving, Texas 75038-3899

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: general studies, electrician, real estate, construction engineering tech, computer networking, business, business management, data processing tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 9,835 students, 5,311 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.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

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

University of Dallas
1845 E Northgate Drive
Irving, Texas 75062-4736

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, English, theology, political science, psychology, biology, elementary school teaching, history.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 2,972 students, 2,130 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 740 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 550-680. Math: 520-650. Writing: 530-660.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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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
Arlington Colleges9332,96926,1644,451
Carrollton Colleges3109,576413 
Dallas Colleges391,188,58054,1674,533
Duncanville Colleges136,08143 
Farmers Branch Colleges127,50811,059 
Grand Prairie Colleges3127,427302 

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