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Published: November, 2010

Located in Madison County, Anderson, IN (population 60,000) is the principal city in the Anderson metropolitan area. The city actually diminished slightly in size by roughly 2,000 residents between the 2000 US Census and current population estimates.

Current per capita income in Anderson, IN is almost $20,000 a year, while household income is closer to $33,000 a year. Only 13% of local residents over the age of 25 have a bachelor's degree or higher, highlighting Anderson's blue-collar roots. Major employers in the area include the Anderson School of Engineering, Barbara Manufacturing, Delco Remy America, and Delphi Energy and Engine. Automobile manufacturing has also been a major source of revenue for Anderson, with roughly 17 different types of cars manufactured within city limits over the years.

Due to its heavy industry, Anderson, IN quickly earned the following nicknames:
  • The Pittsburgh on White River
  • Queen City of the Gas Belt
  • Puncture Proof City (because of the vulcanizing rubber processes for which the city was famous)

The Economic Development Department of Anderson, IN is working tirelessly to spur greater investments, capital inflow, and job creation in the community. It is also trying to bulk up the real estate market by beautifying houses, parks, and recreational areas. In addition, the Anderson local government is in the process of creating various incentives (for example, elimination of the inventory tax) to make it more attractive to set up shop and operate companies within Anderson city limits.

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University of Phoenix

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At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
  • Greenwood
  • Plainfield
  • Indianapolis
Programs:
  • B.S. in Business/Public Sector
  • M.A. in Education/Curriculum and Instruction - Reading
Strayer University

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Earn a degree that fits your schedule at Strayer University.

Campus Locations:
  • Indianapolis
Programs:
  • MBA: Information Systems Management
  • MBA: International Business
Sanford-Brown College

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Get the skills you need in Tech, Business, or Healthcare in as little as 9 months from Sanford-Brown College.

Campus Locations:
  • Indianapolis
Programs:
  • Medical Billing and Coding
  • Pharmacy Technician
Marian University

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At Marian University, our vision is to provide an education that profoundly transforms lives, society, and the world. Our mission is to be a Catholic university dedicated to excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. We welcome students of all faiths who seek an educational experience framed within the context of our Franciscan values of dignity of the individual, peace and justice, reconciliation, and responsible stewardship.

Other schools may prepare you for a career. Marian University prepares you for life.

Campus Locations:
  • Indianapolis
Programs:
  • Accelerated BSN
Full Sail University - Online

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Learning at Full Sail University has always centered around interaction and the exchange of ideas. Our online curriculum fully embraces this philosophy.

Campus Locations:
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Programs:
  • Game Art, Bachelor of Science (Online)
  • Education Media Design & Technology, Master of Science (Online)
DeVry University

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Make a difference with a graduate degree from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management.

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Campus Locations:
  • Indianapolis
  • Online
Programs:
  • Associate - Network Systems Administration
  • Graduate Certificate-Electronic Commerce Management
The Art Institutes

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Develop your portfolio at The Art Institutes, and get a competitive advantage.

Campus Locations:
  • Indianapolis
Programs:
  • Baking & Pastry (C)
  • Graphic Design (AS)
Saint Peter's College

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Saint Peter's College has prepared its students for academic excellence and professional success for over one hundred years. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to providing each student with the opportunity for educational and spiritual enrichment. That same commitment to individual support is now available to learners everywhere via the new online degree programs offered by the College.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
South University Online

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South University offers excellence in education, online convenience, and more than 100 years of tradition.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Psychology (BA)
  • Business Administration (AS)
Grand Canyon University

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Grand Canyon University is currently offering programs through our Online Campus in our College of Education, Ken Blanchard College of Business, College of Nursing & Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, and College of Entrepreneurship.

Campus Locations:
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Programs:
  • Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Effective Schools
  • M.S.: Leadership: Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership