Virginia Beach Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Virginia Beach Colleges and Schools

Home to three military bases (and one that it shares with nearby Norfolk), Virginia Beach is well aware of the higher education challenges that face military personnel and their families. That might be one of the many reasons why most colleges and universities in Virginia Beach offer online as well as on-campus degree programs. When students aren't busy hitting the books, they can enjoy the famous boardwalk, indulge in lots of family fun and take advantage of fishing and sports opportunities.

Fun Facts about Trade and Technical Schools in Virginia Beach

Those who want to earn a certificate or diploma to get into the workforce quickly can turn to trade and technical colleges in Virginia Beach, where they can pursue a wide range of career paths.

For instance, Advanced Technology Institute is home to programs in automotive and heavy vehicle technology, commercial driving, welding and HVAC/refrigeration, while the ECPI University Medical Careers Institute offers numerous programs in healthcare, such as dental assisting or massage therapy. Cosmetology students can consider training programs through Empire Beauty Schools, the Rudy & Kelly Academy, or the Chrysm Institute of Esthetics.

Fun Facts about Virginia Beach Colleges and Universities

Universities in Virginia Beach include places like Virginia Wesleyan University, where students can enjoy 300-plus acres of lush campus grounds between studying for popular bachelor's programs like business administration or criminal justice.

At Regent University, a Christian-based and military-friendly institution, students can pursue more than 135 different areas of study. Popular bachelor's degree programs include psychology, biblical studies, speech communication and rhetoric, and business administration.

Graduate Schools in Virginia Beach

Those seeking a graduate education can find multiple options in Virginia Beach. Regent University offers many graduate degree programs, including the Juris Doctor. The local campus of Stratford University is also home to many master's degree programs, including those in business, computer science, hospitality, health sciences and nursing.

Finally, a few graduate programs are available through Virginia Wesleyan University, including master of business administration and master of arts in education.

The Commonwealth of Virginia is home to more than 150 higher education institutions. Visit our list of Virginia colleges to learn more.

Sources

• Advanced Technology Institute, Programs, http://www.auto.edu/programs/
• City of Virginia Beach, Colleges, Universities & Trade Schools, https://www.vbgov.com/residents/learning/Pages/colleges-universities-and-trade.aspx
• ECPI University, Medical Careers Institute, https://www.ecpi.edu/college-of-health-science
• Regent University, Graduate Programs, https://www.regent.edu/programs/graduate-programs/
• Stratford University, Academic Programs, https://www.stratford.edu/academics
• VirginiaBeach.com, Virginia Beach Fun Facts, https://www.virginiabeach.com/article/virginia-beach-fun-facts
• Virginia Wesleyan University, Academics, https://www.vwu.edu/academics/