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Colleges in Houston: First-Rate Education in the "Energy Capital of the World"
Houston is known as the "energy capital of the world", and nearly half the region's employment base works in an energy-related field. Houston is headquarters for 43 of the nation's 144 publicly traded oil and gas exploration and production companies, and the region produces 23 percent of domestic oil.

Colleges in Houston offer top-notch education for students pursuing jobs in the energy industry and other fields. You'll also find internship opportunties at the hundreds of energy companies in the area... continue »

Houston Locations at a Glance

  • 1.  DeVry University - Houston
11125 Equity Drive
Houston, TX 77041
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  • 2.  DeVry University - Houston Galleria
2000 West Loop South
Houston, TX 77027
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  • 3.  University of Phoenix - Houston Campus
11451 Katy Freeway
Houston, TX 77079
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  • 4.  The Art Institute of Houston
1900 Yorktown Street
Houston, TX 77056
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  • 5.  AIU Houston
9999 Richmond Ave
Houston, TX 77042
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  • 6.  DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management - Houston Galleria
2000 West Loop South
Houston, TX 77027
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  • 7.  DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management - Houston
11125 Equity Drive
Houston, TX 77041
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  • 8.  Westwood College - Houston
8880 Telephone Road
Houston, TX 77061
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  • 9.  TechSkills - Houston
19 Briar Hollow Lane
Houston, TX 77027
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  • 10.  Sanford-Brown College - Houston
9999 Richmond Ave.
Houston, TX 77042
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  • 11.  Sanford-Brown Institute - Northloop (Houston)
2627 North Loop West
Houston, TX 77008
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  • 12.  ITT Technical Institute - Houston North
15621 Blue Ash Drive
Houston, TX 77090
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  • 13.  ITT Technical Institute - Houston West
2950 S. Gessner
Houston, TX 77063
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  • 14.  TechSkills - Medical - Houston

Houston, TX 77027
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  • 15.  ATI Career Training Center - Houston
11420 East Freeway #100
Houston, TX 77029
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  • 16.  Center For Advanced Legal Studies - Houston
3910 Kirby Drive
Houston, TX 77098
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  • 17.  Everest Institute - Houston Greenspoint
255 Northpoint Dr.
Houston, TX 77060
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  • 18.  Everest Institute - Houston Hobby
7151 Office City Dr.
Houston, TX 77087
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  • 19.  Everest Institute - Houston Bissonnet
9700 Bissonnet
Houston, TX 77036
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  • 20.  Texas School of Business - Houston East
12030 East Freeway
Houston, TX 77029
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  • 21.  Texas School of Business - Houston North
711 East Airtex Drive
Houston, TX 77073
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  • 22.  Texas School of Business - Southwest
6363 Richmond
Houston, TX 77057
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Campus Programs

  • DeVry University

    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 - Houston Campus

    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 Houston

    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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  • AIU Houston

    American InterContinental University offers students a solid foundation for the future, with both general education and industry-specific classes. Small class sizes help to ensure focused attention.

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  • DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management

    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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  • Westwood College - Houston

    The Houston, TX campus of Westwood College is committed to student success. Westwood’s staff will get to know you personally, and they'll give you the support you need to establish and achieve your goals. Focus is on computer-based technology degrees. The experienced faculty is made up of instructors with in-depth industry experience and knowledge.

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  • TechSkills - Houston

    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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  • Sanford-Brown College - Houston

    Prepare Yourself for Success. If you're interested in a school that can prepare you for the working world, come to Sanford-Brown College.For over 135 years, Sanford-Brown has been providing students with the hands-on skills employers are looking for. Complete programs in the areas of Technology, Business, and Healthcare in as little as 9 months.

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  • Sanford-Brown Institute - Northloop (Houston)

    Sanford-Brown Institute offers a wide range of career-track programs in the field of health care. Choose from 15 convenient campus locations nationwide.

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  • ITT Technical Institute

    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 - Houston

    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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  • ATI Career Training Center - Houston

    ATI has over 35 years of experience helping working adults like you get hands-on career training. Quality programs are offered in healthcare, automotive and electronics.

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  • Center For Advanced Legal Studies - Houston

    The Center for Advanced Legal Studies provides practical and comprehensive training for students interested in pursuing a career as a paralegal. Our programs are ABA accredited.

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  • Everest Institute

    Take your career to a whole new level with training from Everest Institute. Programs are available in business, healthcare, or legal studies.

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  • Texas School of Business

    Want to reach the next rung on the ladder of success? It all starts at the Texas School of Business. We can help you gain the education and skills it takes to achieve your highest potential.

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Things To Do in Houston
For students earning their advanced degrees in Houston, finding things to do outside the classroom is easy:
  •   Johnson Space Center: Learn the history of space exploration
  •   San Jacinto Monument: Where Texas gained its independence
  •   Downtown Aquarium: 500,000 gallons of water hold thousands of fish and marine animals
  •   Houston Zoo: In business since 1922

When the sun goes down, Texans don't slow down. Here are a few top spots for the after-hours crowd:
  •   After-Hours Clubs: Eden, Pink Monkey, Resurrection
  •   Bars: 13 Celsius, The Boom Boom Room, CABO
  •   Country Bars:Big Texas Dance Hall and Saloon, Goode's Armadillo Palace, Lone Star Saloon
  •   Sports Bars: 702, Al's Sports Bar and Grill

In addition to several top-tier schools, Houston has several beloved professional sports franchises, including the Houston Astros, Houston Rockets, and the Houston Texans.

After a tough exam, visit Brazos Bend State Park, Hermann Park, or Buffalo Bayou Park--all offer beautiful scenery and outdoor recreation.

Houston is the fourth most populated city in the nation, with a population of 2.14 million. In fact, if Houston were a nation, it would rank as the world's 30th largest economy. The city is also home to the world's largest medical center.

So, grab your books and head down south--colleges in Houston provide the education and training you need to succeed.
Houston Facts & Stats
City Website: http://www.houstontx.gov/

Area: 601.7 square miles

Population (2004): 2,012,626 (city proper); 5,180,443 (metro area)

Area Codes: 281, 713, 832

Newspaper: Houston Chronicle

Nickname: "Space City", "Bayou City", "H-Town", "Clutch City", "Magnolia City"

Slogans: "It's Worth It"; "A space of infinite possibilities."

Sports Teams: Astros (Baseball), Rockets (NBA), Comets (WNBA), Texans (NFL), Aeros (NHL)
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