Tampa Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

DeVry University
Tampa, 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

DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management
Tampa, Florida

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

University of Phoenix
Tampa, 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
Tampa, 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
Tampa, 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

Sanford Brown Institute
Tampa, 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

Fortis College
Tampa, Florida

Looking to prepare for your dream career? Fortis College can give you the skills and training you need to succeed in the fast-growing and high-demand healthcare field.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Hospitality, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Production Trades, Science, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma

Argosy University
Tampa, Florida

Offers degree programs in business, education, health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. 19 campuses in 11 states and online programs.

• Programs: Business And Management, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Liberal Arts, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Religion And Philosophy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

International Academy of Design and Technology
Tampa, Florida

Career-oriented design, visual arts and communications curricula in about ten major U.S. metro areas. Flexible class schedules and online study are available for working students.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Design, Family And Social Work, Media, Photography And Commercial Art, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

Everest University
Tampa, Florida

Offers career education and degree programs in business, accounting, paralegal, criminal justice, and health care from ten campuses in Florida.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

Ultimate Medical Academy
Tampa, Florida

Offers career training in health care. Located in Clearwater and Tampa, Florida

• Programs: Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Diploma

Keiser University Campus
Tampa, 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

South University Campus
Tampa, Florida

South University (AU) provides online and campus based classes, which are all rooted in the foundation of excellence the school has been known for since 1899.

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

Keiser Career College
Tampa, Florida

Keiser Career College offers associate and diploma programs in medical technology, nursing, massage therapy and more. Six campuses throughout Florida.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Computer Science And Engineering, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

ITT Technical Institute
Tampa, 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

Artistic Nails and Beauty Academy
4951-A Adamo Drive
Tampa, Florida 33605

• Programs: personal grooming, barber, aesthetician and skin care, facial treatment, manicurist.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 220 students, 174 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Brewster Technical Center
2222 N Tampa St
Tampa, Florida 33602-2196

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: hotel management, industrial mechanics, health aides, child care provider, automobile mechanics, medical secretary, licensed practical nurse, mental health services tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 238 students, 166 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

D G Erwin Technical Center
2010 E Hillsborough Ave
Tampa, Florida 33610-8255

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: licensed practical nurse, business, health and medical administrative, surgical tech, HVAC tech, drafting, medical assistant, electrocardiograph tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 700 students, 1,225 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Hillsborough Community College
39 Columbia Drive
Tampa, Florida 33606-3584

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, EMT paramedic, registered nursing, fire-fighting, security and loss prevention, criminal justice and police, corrections, business management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 22,621 students, 16,390 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 420 student capacity.
• 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.

Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa
14210 N Nebraska Ave
Tampa, Florida 33613

• Programs: cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 142 students, 241 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Concorde Career Institute Tampa
4202 W Spruce
Tampa, Florida 33607

• Programs: medical assistant, dental assistant, allied health and medical assisting, health and medical administrative, surgical tech, pharmacy tech, health unit coordinator.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 494 students, 335 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Manhattan Hairstyling Academy
4315 S Manhattan Ave
Tampa, Florida 33611

• Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, personal grooming, aesthetician and skin care.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 635 students, 760 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

The University of Tampa
401 W Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, Florida 33606-1490

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, communication studies, marketing, criminology, psychology, finance, biology, registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 5,628 students, 5,534 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 3,155 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 500-580. Math: 500-590. Writing: 490-580.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of South Florida
4202 East Fowler Ave
Tampa, Florida 33620-9951

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, elementary school teaching, business management, criminology, accounting, biomedical sciences, finance, registered nursing.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 44,870 students, 39,153 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 4,323 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-610. Math: 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.