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Everest University

Everest University

Overview of Everest University

Everest University is a school of higher learning located at ten campus sites throughout the state of Florida. Formerly known as Florida Metropolitan University (FMU), Everest offers Associate, Bachelor, and Master degree programs in business, accounting, paralegal, criminal justice, and health care. Everest also offers diploma programs in the health care field. The University is owned by Corinthian Colleges International, Inc., which also owns and operates Everest College, Everest Institute, and Everest Online. These schools have campuses located throughout the U.S.

Points of Distinction

  • Practical hands-on career education
  • Assistance to graduates in finding jobs after graduation
  • Modern equipment
  • Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS)

Areas of Study

Everest University offers career education as well as associate, bachelor, and master degree programs in the following fields of study: Accounting, Business, Criminal Justice, Dental Assisting, Legal Assistant/Paralegal, Massage Therapy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Assisting, Medical Insurance Billing and Coding, Nursing, and Pharmacy Technician.

Everest University Admissions

Application for admission to Everest University consists of completing an application and an enrollment agreement. Prospective students wishing to transfer credits from an accredited school should forward an official transcript to Everest. The process can be started by completing an easy online form.

Everest University Faculty Quality

The University prides itself on employing dedicated instructors with real-world experience. Faculty members are professionals in their field and impart practical advice to their students based on their industry-specific expertise.

Everest University Student Body

Enrollment varies by campus. Student populations range from about 750 at some campus locations to nearly 2,000 at others.

Everest University Student Life

Although Everest is a commuter school, most campuses are conveniently located near public transportation routes. There are many levels of student resources, including tutoring, an information resource library, and student activities such as team building and leadership development exercises.

Programs of Study

(Note: Not all programs are necessarily available at all locations.)

Business And Management

  • Accounting
  • Applied Management
  • Business

Computer Science And Engineering

  • Computer Information Science

Construction Trades

  • Electrician

Law

  • Paralegal

Mechanics And Repair

  • Residential Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Media

  • Film and Video

Medical Administration

  • Assisted Living Administrator
  • Health Care Administration
  • Medical Administrative Assistant

Medical Support And Technology

  • Dental Assisting
  • Medical Assisting
  • Medical Insurance Billing/Coding
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Surgical Technologist

Security And Law Enforcement

  • Criminal Investigations
  • Criminal Justice

Therapy And Counseling

  • Massage Therapy

Everest University Degrees or Coursework

(Note: Not all degrees and coursework are necessarily available for all programs of study.)

Degrees or Coursework

  • Associate
  • Bachelor
  • Diploma

Everest University Campus Locations

Florida

  • Jacksonville
  • Lakeland
  • Largo
  • Melbourne
  • Orange Park
  • Orlando (2 locations)
  • Tampa (2 locations)

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