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Chesapeake Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Chesapeake

There are at least 7 colleges in Chesapeake, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 824 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 824 full-time students.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Chesapeake; see particularly Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, and Hampton 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.

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DeVry University
Chesapeake, Virginia

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

Everest College
Chesapeake, 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

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Chesapeake, 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

Strayer University
Chesapeake, 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

Chesapeake Open Admission Colleges

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

Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Virginia Beach
2211 S Military Hwy
Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

  • Programs: aircraft maintenance.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 189 students, 189 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Tidewater Tech
932b Ventures Way
Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

  • Programs: clinical assistant, computer and info science, massage therapy, business management, legal assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 290 students, 290 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

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

Sentara School of Health Professions
1441 Crossways Blvd Suite 105
Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

  • Programs: registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, cardiovascular tech, surgical tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 345 students, 345 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

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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
Hampton Colleges3146,43715,1313,117
Newport News Colleges7180,1505,3942,893
Norfolk Colleges10234,40356,9766,945
Suffolk Colleges263,67767 
Virginia Beach Colleges10425,2576,312550

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