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Published: November, 2010

With a population of 276,393, Aurora is Colorado's third-largest city and a member of the Denver-Aurora metropolitan area. The city was planning to secede from three counties to create the City and County of Aurora, but Aurora residents voted down the measure. With a median age of just over 31 years, it's a haven for young professionals and families looking for a high quality of life.

Aurora is home to such attractions as the Aurora Asian Film Festival, the Aurora History Museum, the Aurora Fox Arts Center, and the Aurora Symphony Orchestra. Hiking, biking, and riding trails dot the landscape and provide opportunities for outdoor adventure.

Aurora has a long history of smart business strategies that have made a noticeable impact on the economy. Aurora's 2006 Business Recognition Program Awards recognize organizations that have gained a foothold in this growing economy. Recent businesses in the spotlight include Adolfson & Peterson Construction, Padgett Business Services, and PhosphoSolutions biotechnology firm. Other major industries in the city include:
  • Professional and technical services
  • Construction management
  • Business management
  • Retail trade
  • Healthcare and social assistance

The old Fitzsimons Army Medical Center is now under redevelopment as the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and Hospital. Planning to relocate to Denver along with the Colorado Bioscience Park Aurora, these facilities will employ a workforce of 32,000.

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Schools in Aurora, Colorado: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

Everest College

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

Campus Locations:
  • Aurora
Programs:
  • Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal
  • Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
The Ohio/Illinois Centers for Broadcasting

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Get your career started with the Ohio/Illinois Centers for Broadcasting.

Campus Locations:
  • Denver
Programs:
  • Radio and TV Broadcasting Program
CollegeAmerica

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Other colleges make promises. CollegeAmerica delivers.

Campus Locations:
  • Denver
Programs:
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with Property Management Emphasis (Online)
  • Master of Business Administration (Online)
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:
  • Thornton
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:
  • Denver
Programs:
  • Media Arts & Animation (BA)
  • Web Design and Interactive Media (BA)
Colorado Technical University

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As the workplace becomes more competitive, employers are looking for more skills. Everything you need to excel in IT, Business, or Tech Management can be found at Colorado Technical University.

Campus Locations:
  • Englewood
Programs:
  • Denver - Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice: Human Services
  • Denver - Master of Science - Management: Information Systems Security
American Institute College of Health Professions

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If you have a degree, but don't have the career you want, our program is specifically designed for you. In less time than you might think and on a convenient schedule averaging just one day per week on campus, with our unique approach to ultrasound education, you could combine your Bachelor's Degree in any field or Associate's Degree in a Healthcare field with our Diagnostic General Sonography program and become a desirable candidate for positions in the field of ultrasound.

Campus Locations:
  • Denver
Programs:
  • Diagnostic General Sonography
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
Auguste Escoffier Schools of Culinary Arts

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Fire up your new career with Auguste Escoffier Schools of Culinary Arts. We offer three programs for careers in the culinary industry, including culinary arts, pastry arts, as well as a chef track.

Campus Locations:
  • Boulder
Programs:
  • Diploma in Pastry Arts - 15 week Part Time Extended Program
  • Diploma in Culinary Arts
University of Phoenix

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

Campus Locations:
  • Westminster
  • Online
  • Lone Tree
  • Littleton
  • Aurora
Programs:
  • BS in Business/Public Sector
  • BS in Business/Service Sector