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Arlington Colleges

Arlington Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Arlington

There are at least 9 colleges in Arlington, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 3,832 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 3,073 full-time students, and a reported 695 dorm rooms.

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

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

Of Note For College Students

  • Arlington is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Arlington.
  • A lot of people walk and bicycle in Arlington.

Arlington QuickSchools™

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ACT College
Arlington, Virginia

  • Programs: Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma
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Argosy University
Arlington, Virginia

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
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Everest College
Arlington, Virginia

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
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Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Arlington, Virginia

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
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Strayer University
Arlington, Virginia

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master
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The Art Institutes
Arlington, Virginia

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
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Arlington Open Admission Colleges

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

Graham Webb International Academy of Hair
1621 N. Kent St Suite 1617 Ll Rosslyn Plaza
Arlington, Virginia 22209-2131

  • Programs: cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 180 students, 176 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

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

Institute for the Psychological Sciences
2001 Jefferson Davis Highway Suite 511
Arlington, Virginia 22202

  • Programs: clinical psychology, psychology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 43 students, 40 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

Marymount University
2807 N Glebe Rd
Arlington, Virginia 22207-4299

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, registered nursing, psychology courses, interior design, communication studies, physical therapy, human resources, elementary school teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 3,609 students, 2,857 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 695 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-560. Math: 450-550. Writing: 450-550.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. 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
Alexandria Colleges2128,283140 
Annandale Colleges254,99441,379 
Fairfax Colleges121,49830,2764,400
Falls Church Colleges210,377860 
Manassas Colleges735,135385 

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