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Colleges in Renton

There are at least 5 colleges in Renton, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 5,205 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 2,689 full-time students.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Renton; see particularly Seattle, Bellevue, Des Moines, and Auburn colleges.

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

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  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Renton.

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Everest College
Renton, Washington

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

Kaplan College
Renton, Washington

Kaplan College teaches students skills that have relevance in many fast-growing employment areas. Several forms of tuition assistance may be available for qualified enrollees.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

University of Phoenix
Renton, 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, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Renton Open Admission Colleges

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

Pima Medical Institute
555 South Renton Village Pl-Ste 110
Renton, Washington 98055

  • Programs: medical assistant, phlebotomy, medical secretary, veterinary assistant, pharmacy tech, dental assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 290 students, 290 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Renton Technical College
3000 NE Fourth St
Renton, Washington 98056-4195

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: personal and culinary services, nursing assistant, medical assistant, phlebotomy, licensed practical nurse, surveying tech, health and medical administrative, precision systems maintenance.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 4,915 students, 2,399 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. 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
Auburn Colleges140,3146,919 
Bellevue Colleges5109,56915,929 
Des Moines Colleges129,2675,859 
Federal Way Colleges383,259302 
Issaquah Colleges111,212103240
Seattle Colleges23563,37474,6239,375

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