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Milwaukee Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

There are at least 22 colleges in Milwaukee, listed and described below. These schools represent 71,791 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 56,598 full-time students, and a reported 9,746 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee Area Technical College, Marquette University and Cardinal Stritch University.

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

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Featured Colleges in Milwaukee (QuickSchools™)

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DeVry University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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 Technician, Family And Social Work, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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

Sanford Brown College
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Students attend the school to gain practical skills directly useful in their chosen fields. Multiple campuses around St. Louis plus one in Milwaukee.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Design, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, 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

Kaplan College KHE
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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, Construction Trades, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Photography And Commercial Art, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Empire Beauty Schools
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Offers cosmetology career training. Located at 37 campuses across the U.S.

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

Milwaukee Colleges with Open Admissions

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2008-2009 information.

The Institute of Beauty and Wellness
342 North Water St
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202

  • Programs: facial treatment, cosmetology, massage therapy, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 137 students, 141 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Colleges in Milwaukee with Selective Admissions

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

Advanced Institute of Hair Design Milwaukee
11010 W Hampton Avenue
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53225

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 82 students, 113 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Alverno College
3400 S 43rd St
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53234-3922

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, business management, elementary school teaching, communication studies, psychology, adult education, communications tech courses, teacher education.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,654 students, 2,046 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 269 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Aurora St. Luke Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology
180 W. Grange Avenue
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207

  • Programs: radiographer.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 34 students, 34 full-time equivalent.

Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center-School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
180 W. Grange Ave.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207

  • Programs: sonography and ultrasound tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 12 students, 12 full-time equivalent.

Cardinal Stritch University
6801 N Yates Rd
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53217-3985

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, business, educational administration, various nursing, education, computer teaching, reading teaching, special ed.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 6,277 students, 5,440 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 345 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 448-530. Math: 483-570.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Lakeside School of Massage Therapy
1726 N 1st Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212

  • Programs: massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 61 students, 248 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Marquette University
615 N 11th St
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, registered nursing, business management, finance, marketing, biomedical sciences, psychology, accounting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 11,516 students, 10,694 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 4,783 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-630. Math: 540-650. Writing: 530-630.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Medical College of Wisconsin
8701 Watertown Plank Rd
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226-0509

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medicine, public health courses, health professions, epidemiology, medical informatics, physiology, pharmacology, cell biology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's.
  • Student Body: 1,235 students, 346 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Milwaukee Area Technical College
700 W State St
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233-1443

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, liberal arts and sciences, EMT paramedic, business management, hair styling, criminal justice and police.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 17,193 students, 10,433 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Milwaukee Career College
3077 N Mayfair Rd Ste 300
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53222

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical coding, pharmacy tech, computer repair, call center operation.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 92 students, 172 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
273 E Erie St
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202-6003

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: graphic design, industrial design, illustration, animation and special effects, painting, interior architecture, fine arts, photography.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 657 students, 590 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 170 student capacity.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

Montessori Institute of Milwaukee
3195 S Superior St Ste L428
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207-3074

  • Programs: Montessori teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 33 students, 21 full-time equivalent.

Mount Mary College
2900 N. Menomonee River Pky
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53222-4597

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, fashion design, art therapy, occupational therapy, dietitian, counseling psychology, business administration, fashion merchandising.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 1,702 students, 1,295 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 180 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
2200 E Kenwood Blvd
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201-0413

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: marketing, education, registered nursing, finance, social work, psychology, criminal justice and safety, library science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 29,338 students, 24,244 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 3,400 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Wisconsin Lutheran College
8800 W Bluemound Rd
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226-4699

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: communication studies, psychology, managerial economics, biology, art studies, music, political science, secondary teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 706 students, 723 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 599 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology
9120 W Hampton Ave
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53225-4960

  • Programs: clinical psychology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 62 students, 46 full-time equivalent.

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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
Franklin Colleges129,494139130
Grafton Colleges110,312231 
Greenfield Colleges335,476182 
Mequon Colleges121,8235,9331,500
Pewaukee Colleges111,7837,419 
Waukesha Colleges364,8253,3241,472

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