California Colleges & Universities


One of the advantages of attending school in a large state is it's big higher education system. California's network of colleges and universities can prepare you for a wide range of careers in this state that has something for everyone.

California Colleges and Universities: A Golden Opportunity
Just as people were drawn to California during the Gold Rush, you may find yourself rushing to choose a school there, and with good reason. This West Coast state is full of higher education options. They include 110 two-year community colleges, seventy-five independent institutions, and all the schools in the California State University (twenty-three campuses) and University of California (nine main campuses) systems.

The Good Life at California Schools
The Golden State is a melting pot of peoples and their cultures, and showcases all types of regions--urban hubs, beach and bayside cities, desert locales, rural towns, mountain areas, and more.

Numerous, well-known attractions pepper the state, including Yosemite National Park, Hollywood, the Golden Gate Bridge, and theme parks (Disneyland, Sea World, Magic Mountain).

The state offers its residents a lot to do, such as year-round outdoor recreation; indoor activities like spa visiting, shopping, and dining; and exploring and adventure seeking. Opportunities like whale watching in the Pacific, skiing at Lake Tahoe, rafting the Kings River, mountain biking in Mammoth, relaxing in High Sierra hot springs, or discovering Catalina Island are endless.

California Colleges Pave the Way to Career Success
California's main industries include real estate, government, and retail. The highest paying professions in the state include:
 •   Information
 •   Financial Activities
 •   Manufacturing
 •   Professional and Business Services
 •   Federal Government

With respect to jobs, the counties with the best-paying ones are in Northern California, and include Santa Clara, San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, and Marin.

While you're not likely to find anymore actual gold in California, if you take advantage of what the state offers, you might feel like you had.
Campus Programs

  • DeVry University

     Campus Locations: Bakersfield, Colton, Daly City, Elk Grove, Fremont, Fresno, Irvine, Long Beach, Palmdale, Pomona, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Sherman Oaks

    DeVry University provides quality education that employers respect, and is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association (ncahlc.org), the same organization that accredits many other well-known public and private schools.

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  • University of Phoenix

     Campus Locations: Costa Mesa, Fresno, Pleasanton, Sacramento, Sacramento, San Diego

    With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you’re seeking an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work—and much sooner than you might expect.

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  • The Art Institutes

     Campus Locations: Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Ana, Santa Monica, Sunnyvale

    The Art Institutes system of schools is a leading educator of students in the creative and applied arts, including design, media, fashion, and culinary programs. Every program of study offered to you is regularly reviewed by industry leaders, advisors, and employers for relevance in the marketplace. Changes are made, if necessary, to integrate subject matter into the curriculum so that our degree programs reflect the way things are done in the real world of work. Programs listed are not offered at all locations.

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  • DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management

     Campus Locations: Colton, Daly City, Elk Grove, Fremont, Irvine, Long Beach, Palmdale, Pomona, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Sherman Oaks

    A degree from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management gives you the credibility to succeed in your career, whether you are just starting out, already in the work force or contemplating a career change. For more than 34 years, Keller has delivered relevant, practical graduate management education that has helped thousands of alumni transform their skills and sharpen their competitive edge.

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  • Le Cordon Bleu Schools North America

     Campus Locations: Hollywood, Pasadena, San Francisco

    Prepare for your culinary career at Le Cordon Bleu Schools. Choose from quality programs in Culinary Arts, Pâtisserie & Baking, or Hospitality & Restaurant Management.

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  • Westwood College

     Campus Locations: Anaheim, Long Beach, Torrance, Upland

    Westwood College isn’t your typical institution of higher learning. With our career-focused education, students can earn a bachelor’s degree in just three years and some associate degrees in as little as 20 months

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  • International Academy of Design and Technology

     Campus Locations: Sacramento

    Prepare for a creative career in design, technology or business at the International Academy of Design & Technology. Convenient campus locations across the United States.

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  • TechSkills

     Campus Locations: Oakland, Sacramento, San Jose

    TechSkills offers flexible IT and business certification training to fit your busy lifestyle and give you the skills you need for a career as a network technician, web developer, bookkeeper, legal assistant, and more.Choose from over 30 locations nationwide and find a job with our powerful career placement tools.

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  • Kaplan College

     Campus Locations: Bakersfield, Clovis, Modesto, North Hollywood, Palm Springs, Panorama City, Riverside, Sacramento, Salida, San Diego, Stockton, Vista

    Don't wait another day to take the next step forward in your career. Kaplan College can give you the real-world knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your chosen field.

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  • Argosy University

     Campus Locations: Alameda, San Bernardino, San Diego, Santa Ana, Santa Monica

    To succeed in today's competitive workforce, you need a solid foundation of knowledge - and the power to put it to work. And that's exactly what an Argosy University education offers. Drawing upon our more than 30-year history of granting degrees in professional psychology, Argosy University has developed a curriculum that focuses on interpersonal skills and practical experience alongside academic learning. Because getting a degree is one thing. Succeeding, quite another.

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  • Brooks Institute

     Campus Locations: Santa Barbara

    Brooks Institute is one of the leaders in visual arts education. Brooks’ two campuses are located in Santa Barbara and Ventura, California.

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  • Kitchen Academy

     Campus Locations: Sacramento

    Kitchen Academy in Sacramento, CA can help you turn your passion for food into an exciting new career in as little as just 30 weeks. You’ll concentrate exclusively on developing your cooking and baking skills in our well-equipped kitchens. The Kitchen Academy program was created to help aspiring professionals like you can learn the techniques it takes to succeed in today’s fast-paced culinary environment.

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  • Remington College

     Campus Locations: San Diego

    Enhance your marketable skill set quickly with Remington College. As a student, you will have access to focused classes and a team of career placement professionals.

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  • ITT Technical Institute

     Campus Locations: Anaheim, Clovis, Culver City, Lathrop, Oxnard, Rancho Cordova, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Dimas, Sylmar, Torrance, Vista, West Covina

    With over 100 campuses 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.

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  • National Holistic Institute

     Campus Locations: Emeryville, Encino, Petaluma, San Jose

    Train for your career in massage therapy at National Holistic Institute, the largest school of massage therapy in California.

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  • TechSkills - Medical

     Campus Locations: Oakland, Sacramento, San Jose

    If you want a career in Health Services, TechSkills' real-world skill building and powerful job placement tools can help. TechSkills provides affordable and flexible training to help you get your Health Services certification in fields like Medical Coding and Medical Transcription. Learn by doing, from our professionally certified instructors.

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  • American Career College

     Campus Locations: Anaheim, Los Angeles, Ontario

    American Career College (ACC) offers training to students interested in pursuing a career in the fast-growing healthcare industry.

    Complete information about American Career College, including its academic programs, campus locations, admissions policy, and tuition, is available at americancareercollege.edu.

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  • California College San Diego

     Campus Locations: San Diego

    Finally, a college that delivers. California College San Diego is truly unique in that their Technology, Business and Healthcare curriculum is designed for one purpose only: to prepare students for success.

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  • Golden Gate University

     Campus Locations: Los Angeles, Monterey, Roseville, San Francisco, San Jose, Walnut Creek

    Advance your career with a certificate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree from Golden Gate University. We’ve educated working professionals just like you for more than 100 years.

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  • NewSchool of Architecture & Design

     Campus Locations: San Diego

    NewSchool of Architecture & Design, located in San Diego, California, has become one of the most innovative architectural schools in the country.

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  • UEI College

     Campus Locations: Chula Vista, El Monte, Huntington Park, Ontario, San Bernardino, San Diego, Van Nuys

    Let UEI College make your career come true! In as little as 8 months, you can get the real world medical, business, and technology skills you need to start a rewarding future. With seven conveniently located campuses, UEI College offers the latest in classroom facilities as well as valuable externships and extensive career placement services. Study to become a Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Business Office Administrator, or Computer System Technician.

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  • Carrington College California

     Campus Locations: Antioch, Citrus Heights, Emeryville, Pleasant Hill, Sacramento, San Jose, San Leandro, Stockton

    Carrington College California offers the programs that can help you begin a new career. Choose from Healthcare, Massage Therapy, Pharmacy Technology, Veterinary Services, Criminal Justice, Design & Visual Arts, or Business & Information Systems.

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  • Central Coast College

     Campus Locations: Salinas

    The highly specialized curriculum at Central Coast College provides students like you with focused career training in Computer Office Administration, Accounting, Medical Office Administration/Billing and Medical Assisting.

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  • Coleman College

     Campus Locations: San Diego, San Marcos

    Coleman College is nationally recognized as a leader in information technology education. They can give you the hands-on training you need to advance your IT career.

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  • Fremont College

     Campus Locations: Cerritos, Los Angeles

    Study with industry leaders and earn a respected degree at Fremont College. Study online or at our LA or Cerritos campus.

    For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, click here.

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  • Platt College

     Campus Locations: Los Angeles, Ontario

    Turn your talents into a career. Nationally recognized and accredited Platt College offers degree programs in Graphic Design, Multimedia, IT Networking and Paralegal.

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  • West Coast University

     Campus Locations: Anaheim, Los Angeles

    West Coast University (WCU) can help you advance in the health care industry through higher education.

    Complete information about West Coast University, including its academic programs, campus locations, admissions policy, and tuition, is located at westcoastuniversity.edu.

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  • Heald College

     Campus Locations: Concord, Fresno, Hayward, Milpitas, Rancho Cordova, Roseville, Salinas, San Francisco, Stockton

    Heald College offers 18-month associate degree programs that will prepare you for a career in Business, Technology, or Healthcare. Small class sizes, hands-on instruction.

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  • Anthem College

     Campus Locations: Rancho Cordova

    Prepare for career success at Anthem College. In less time than you might think, we can train you to succeed in the business, technical, health care or criminal justice fields.

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  • Institute for Business and Technology

     Campus Locations: Santa Clara

    Train for a new career in as little as 8 months at the Institute for Business and Technology. Our affordable diploma programs provide the skills you demand.

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  • National Career Education

     Campus Locations: Citrus Heights

    Prepare for a better job in as little as 6 months at National Career Education. Take advantage of hands-on training, small class sizes and plenty of personalized attention.

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California Facts & Stats
State Website: http://www.ca.gov/state/portal/myca_homepage.jsp

Admission to Statehood: September 9, 1850 (31st)

Area: 158,302 square miles (3rd)

Capitol: Sacramento

Population (as of 2000): 33,871,648 (1st)

Economy Agriculture: Vegetables, fruits and nuts, dairy products, cattle, nursery stock, grapes

Economy Industry: Electronic components and equipment, aerospace, film production, food processing, petroleum, computers and computer software, tourism.

Bird: California Valley Quail

Colors: Blue and Gold

Flower: California Poppy

Gem: Blue Diamond

Highest Point: 14,494 feet Mt. Whitney, 1st in continental US

Lowest Point: 282 feet below sea level Death Valley, 1st lowest in all of the States

Motto: "Eureka" (means "I have found it")

Nickname: "The Golden State"

Origin of Name: Named by Spanish after Califia, a mythical paradise in a Spanish romance, written by Montalvo in 1510.

Song: "I Love You, California"; words by F. B. Silverwood; music by A. F. Frankenstein

Sport / Hockey: San Jose Sharks, Mights Ducks of Anaheim, Los Angeles Kings

Sports / Baseball: Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants

Sports / Basketball: Oakland Golden State Warriors (NBA), Los Angeles Lakers (NBA), Los Angeles Clippers (NBA), Sacramento Kings (NBA), Los Angeles Sparks (WNBA), Sacramento Monarchs (WNBA)

Sports / NFL: Oakland Raiders, San Francisco 49ers, San Diego Chargers

Sports / Soccer: C.D. Chivas USA (Carson), Los Angeles Galaxy (Carson), San Jose Earthquakes

Tree: California Redwood
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