Fort Lauderdale Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

DeVry University
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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

University of Phoenix
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

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, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

Strayer University
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Master

The Art Institutes
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

The Art Institutes (AI) provides programs that stimulate the minds of its students with programs in design, the arts, game programming, culinary cuisine, and fashion.

• Programs: Architecture And Planning, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Drama And Performing Arts, Engineering Technician, Hospitality, Media, Music, Photography And Commercial Art
• Degrees/Course Work: Advanced Diploma, Associate, Bachelor, Bachelor , Certificate, Diploma

Everest Institute
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Founded in 1851 as Duff's Business Institute, the school offers career education programs in 12 states with greater than 25 locations.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

Sanford Brown Institute
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Students develop career skills in several health-related fields (such as Ultrasound) and criminal justice. Some programs can be finished in as little as 9 months.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Keiser University Campus
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Keiser University offers accredited degree programs in today's high-demand careers: Healthcare, Technology, Paralegal, Business, Nursing and Legal Studies.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Science, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Doctorate, Master

ATI Career Training Center
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Offers career training and associate's degrees in several fields. Located in Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Liberal Arts, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Production Trades, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

ITT Technical Institute
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

With over 100 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

Broward College
225 E las Olas Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, EMT paramedic, registered nursing, criminal justice and police, legal assistant, radiation therapist, business management, criminal justice and administration.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 31,730 students, 22,537 full-time equivalent.
• 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.

Coral Ridge Nurses Assistant Training School
2121 W Oakland Pk Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33334

• Programs: child care provider, health unit coordinator, medical records tech, medical billing, pharmacy tech, clinical social work, nursing assistant.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 10 students, 32 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine
100 E Broward Blvd, Suite 100
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301-3510

• Programs: health service and sciences, acupuncture.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 84 students, 141 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option.

City College Fort Lauderdale
2000 W. Commerical Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: business management, registered nursing, security services management, EMT paramedic, legal assistant, medical coding, medical assistant, radio and TV tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 427 students, 956 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Nova Southeastern University
3301 College Ave
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33314-7796

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: educational administration, business management, teacher ed, gifted and talended education, law, pharmacy, business, osteopathic medicine.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 27,518 students, 19,942 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,250 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-550. Math: 450-560. Writing: 440-530.
• 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.