Sacramento Colleges & Universities


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Sacramento Locations at a Glance

  • 1.  DeVry University - Elk Grove (Sacramento)
2216 Kausen Dr.
Elk Grove, CA 95758
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  • 2.  University of Phoenix - Learning Center - Sacramento
2890 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento, CA 95833
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  • 3.  University of Phoenix - Sacramento Campus
1760 Creekside Oaks Drive
Sacramento, CA 95833
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  • 4.  The Art Institute of California - Sacramento
2850 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento, CA 95833
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  • 5.  DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management - Sacramento
2218 Kausen Dr
Elk Grove, CA 95758
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  • 6.  IADT - Sacramento
2450 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
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  • 7.  TechSkills - Sacramento
1510 Arden Way
Sacramento, CA 95815
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  • 8.  Kaplan College - KHE - Sacramento
4330 Watt Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95821
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  • 9.  Kitchen Academy - Sacramento
2450 Del Paso Road
Sacramento, CA 95834
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  • 10.  ITT Technical Institute - Rancho Cordova
10863 Gold Center Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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  • 11.  TechSkills - Medical - Sacramento
1510 Arden Way
Sacramento, CA 95815
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  • 12.  Golden Gate University - Sacramento

Roseville, CA 95678
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  • 13.  Carrington College California - Citrus Heights
7301 Greenback Lane
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
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  • 14.  Carrington College California - Sacramento
8909 Folsom Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95826
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  • 15.  Heald College - Rancho Cordova
2910 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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  • 16.  Heald College - Roseville
7 Sierra Gate Plaza
Roseville, CA 95678
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  • 17.  Anthem College - Sacramento
9738 Lincoln Village Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95827
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Campus Programs
  • DeVry University - Elk Grove (Sacramento)

    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

    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 Institute of California - Sacramento

    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 - Sacramento

    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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  • IADT - 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 - Sacramento

    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 - KHE - Sacramento

    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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  • Kitchen Academy - 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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  • ITT Technical Institute - Rancho Cordova

    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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  • TechSkills - Medical - Sacramento

    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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  • Golden Gate University - Sacramento

    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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  • Carrington College California

    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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  • Heald College

    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 - Sacramento

    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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What Can Students Expect In Sacramento?
If you decide to take one of the degrees offered at the many schools and colleges in Sacramento, you need never be short of something to do. You can spend many hours immersed in history at one of Sacramento's many museums and historic attractions, browse the art on display at the several galleries across Sacramento, marvel at a performing arts display, take a cruise along the Sacramento River, or visit one of the area's vineyards and wineries.

Step back in time in Old Sacramento, where boutiques, restaurants, museums, and clubs can be explored among Gold Rush-era buildings beside the Sacramento River. Or enjoy a lively night out at one of the city's clubs or live music venues. Enjoy cuisine from all over the world, or indulge in some retail therapy at one of Sacramento's malls or unique boutiques.

Sports enthusiasts can enjoy mountain biking, soccer, basketball, golf, and almost any other form of sport, including kayaking and rafting. More leisurely outdoor pursuits include hiking, watching wildlife, or simply spending time appreciating the natural beauty of the parks in Sacramento and its surrounding area.

What About After Graduation?
Graduates from schools and colleges in Sacramento should be able to find employment in the city whatever their chosen career. Sacramento still has working gold mines, but its economy is much more diverse today. Agriculture is the main business in the broader area; within Sacramento, the major industries are technology (Intel and Hewlett-Packard are among the largest employers), leisure and hospitality, education and health, and construction.
Sacramento Facts & Stats
City Website: http://www.cityofsacramento.org/

Area: 99.2 square miles

County: Sacramento County, CA

Population (2000): 407,018 (city proper); 1,796,857 (metropolitan area)

Area Code: 916

Elevation: 25 feet

Festivals: California State Fair, Sacramento Jazz Jubilee

Newspaper: Sacramento Bee

Nicknames: "The Big Tomato"; "Sactown"; "River City"; "Almond Capital of the World"; "Camellia Capital of the World"; "City Where California Began"

Origin of Name: From the Spanish language for "holy sacrament," via the Sacramento River

Sports Teams: Sacramento Kings (NBA), Sacramento Monarchs (WNBA)

Waterways: Sacramento River, American River