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Plano Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Plano

There are at least 3 colleges in Plano, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 18,457 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 10,997 full-time students.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Plano; see particularly Dallas, Garland, Richardson, and Carrollton colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • Plano is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
  • Housing and buildings in Plano tend to be newer than most.

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DeVry University
Plano, 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: e-Business/ e-Commerce, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor

DeVry University
Plano, 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: e-Business/ e-Commerce, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor

Plano Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 information.

Collin County Community College District
4800 Preston Park Blvd.
Plano, Texas 75093

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, general studies, real estate, fire-fighting, registered nursing, legal assistant, business management, office data entry.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 18,457 students, 10,997 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. 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 2005.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Carrollton Colleges3109,576457 
Dallas Colleges381,188,58053,1015,152
Farmers Branch Colleges127,50810,371 
Garland Colleges5215,7681,810 
Mesquite Colleges2124,52311,998 
Richardson Colleges391,80214,4903,950

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