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Published: November, 2010

Named after "The Tales of the Alhambra" by Washington Irving, Alhambra is located within the "Sixty Mile Circle," an area boasting the headquarters of two-thirds of the 100 biggest corporations in California, with Los Angeles at its epicenter. Also known as the Gateway to the San Gabriel Valley, Alhambra's attractions include the Burke Heritage Park, the Alhambra Historical Museum, and Shorb Garden. In addition, Alhambra plays host (along with San Gabriel) to an annual celebration of the Chinese New Year: the San Gabriel Valley Lunar New Year Parade & Festival. If that isn't enough, the Rose Bowl Stadium is located only four miles away in the city of Pasadena.

Part of Los Angeles County, Alhambra has a population of 85,804, well behind the three largest cities in the metro area--Los Angeles, Long Beach and Glendale. The median family income in Alhambra is $43,245. Besides local government, Alhambra's major employers include Costco, Target, Southwest Administration, and the International Extrusion Company.

Alhambra has recently seen some impressive redevelopment projects, winning prizes from the California Redevelopment Association on three recent occasions:
  • The CRA Award of Excellence in 2005 for Community Revitalization.
  • The CRA Award of Excellence in 2004 for Public Spaces. This award was won for the opening of the downtown Alhambra Renaissance Plaza, which has jump-started the renewal of downtown business and retail.
  • The 2000 Award of Excellence in 2000 for Mixed Use Development. This award was won for a residential and commercial project: the Plaza on Main.

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Schools in Alhambra, California: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

Performance Training Institute

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Get started on your career at Performance Training Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Medical Office and Administration with Billing and Coding
Mt. Sierra College

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Take your career to the next level with Mt. Sierra College.

Campus Locations:
  • Monrovia
Programs:
  • Telecommunications Technology
  • Media Arts & Design: Concentration in Multimedia Arts & Design
Everest College

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Leave that dead-end job behind with training from Everest College.

Campus Locations:
  • Alhambra
Programs:
  • Diploma - Medical Assistant
  • Diploma - Medical Administrative Assistant
Platt College

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Turn your talents into a career at nationally recognized and accredited Platt College.

Campus Locations:
  • Alhambra
Programs:
  • Graphic Design Diploma
  • Graphic Design Associate of Arts Degree
Intercoast Colleges

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Get your career started with Intercoast Colleges.

Campus Locations:
  • Burbank
Programs:
  • Multimedia Specialist
  • Electrical Training Program
Career Colleges of America

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Get your career started with Career Colleges of America.

Campus Locations:
  • South Gate
  • Gardena
Programs:
  • Dental Assistant
  • Medical Biller
California State University - Long Beach

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Advance your career with a degree from California State University � Long Beach.

Campus Locations:
  • Long Beach
Programs:
  • Master of Business Administration - AMBA
  • Master of Business Administration - SMBA
UEI College

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Get the real-world skills you need from UEI College.

Campus Locations:
  • El Monte
Programs:
  • Dental Assistant
  • Computer System Technician
ITT Technical Institute

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Are you interested in pursuing a high-tech career? Getting an education from ITT Tech is a great place to start!

Campus Locations:
  • Torrance
  • Sylmar
  • Anaheim
  • San Bernardino
  • West Covina
Programs:
  • School of Health Sciences
  • School of Electronics Technology
The Art Institutes

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The Art Institutes system of schools offers a range of master's, bachelor's, and associate's degree programs, as well as diploma and certificate programs specializing in the creative and applied arts. We also offer a variety of online, evening, and weekend learning options, so there's an education solution to fit your schedule. And our professional-grade technology can give you the practical skills to match your ideas—helping you transform your creative energy into a fulfilling career.

Campus Locations:
  • Santa Ana
  • Santa Monica
  • North Hollywood
  • San Bernardino
Programs:
  • Fashion & Retail Management (BS)
  • Baking & Pastry (AS)