Lakewood Graduate Schools and Business Schools

DeVry University
Federal Way, Washington

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, Family And Social Work
• Degrees/Course Work: Master

DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management
Federal Way, Washington

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, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Graduate Certificate, Master

University of Phoenix
Tacoma, Washington

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, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Doctorate, Master

Faith Evangelical Seminary
3504 N Pearl St
Tacoma, Washington 98407-0186

• Programs: theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 275 students, 140 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Northwest Baptist Seminary
4301 N Stevens
Tacoma, Washington 98407-6699

• Programs: theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 78 students, 33 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Pacific Lutheran University
1010 122nd St So
Tacoma, Washington 98447-0003

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: teacher education, creative writing, nurse practitioner, business management, educational administration, marriage and family therapy, various nursing, reading teaching.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 3,661 students, 3,707 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,642 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-630. Math: 500-620. Writing: 490-600.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Saint Martin's University
5300 Pacific Ave SE
Lacey, Washington 98503-7500

• Programs: business administration, counseling psychology, teacher education, education courses, various engineering courses, civil engineering courses, educational administration.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 1,605 students, 1,498 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 643 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 420-550. Math: 430-570. Writing: 410-540.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Puget Sound
1500 N Warner
Tacoma, Washington 98416

• Programs: education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, school counseling, curriculum and instruction, educational supervision.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 2,772 students, 2,619 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,634 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 570-675. Math: 570-665.
• Flexibility: AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
1900 Commerce St
Tacoma, Washington 98402-3100

• Programs: education, social work, business management, registered nursing, interdisciplinary studies, computer and info science.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 2,653 students, 2,246 full-time equivalent.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 420-540. Math: 440-540.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option.