Fairfax Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Fairfax Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Fairfax, Virginia

There are at least 2 colleges in Fairfax, listed and described below. These schools represent 30,276 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 22,180 full-time students, and a reported 4,865 dorm rooms.

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

Fairfax is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.

Featured Colleges in Fairfax (QuickSchools™)

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University of Phoenix
Fairfax, Virginia

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

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Colleges in Fairfax with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

George Mason University
4400 University Dr
Fairfax, Virginia 22030-4444

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: curriculum and instruction, psychology, business management, registered nursing, special ed, interdisciplinary studies, various engineering courses, political science and government.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
Student Body: 30,276 students, 22,180 full-time equivalent.
Dorms: 4,865 student capacity.
SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 500-600. Math: 520-610.
Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. 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/Town	Colleges	Pop. (2000)	Students	Dorms
Alexandria Colleges	3	128,283	140
Annandale Colleges	3	54,994	41,379
Arlington Colleges	11	189,453	3,832	750
Herndon Colleges	2	21,655	72
Manassas Colleges	8	35,135	385

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