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Austin, TX Career Education Programs: Find Accredited Schools Online

Published: November, 2010

With a nickname like "music capital of the world," you know that Austin, Texas is a happening place. A city population of 690,252 and an area population of 1,452,529 make Austin the 4th largest city in Texas and the 16th largest in the nation. San Marcos lies 29 miles southwest of Austin and in 2000 had a population of 34,733.

Forbes magazine rated Austin, Texas as the third best place for business and career, making the economic and professional outlook in the Austin-San Marcos area one of the best in the nation. The median per capital personal income is $32,494 -- 98% of the national average. The Austin area is hot spot for country and western musicians, and gained the added reputation of being involved in the dot-com boom. Today, the top industries are:

  • The University of Austin, Texas
  • Dell Computer Corporation
  • Austin Independent School District
  • Motorola, Inc.
  • Seton Healthcare
  • IBM Corp.


Investment capital in Austin is abundant, making the region one of the top targets for venture capital investment in the United States. The top five areas sectors luring investments are:

Software $130,755,100
Semiconductors $92,077,800
Computers and peripherals $40,449,000
IT Services $38,820,000
Electronics/instruments $25,542,000


With so much economic diversity, it is easy to see why Austin-San Marcos is a popular place to live. Since 1969 this area has grown almost 11% per year and at a rate 45% higher than the national average.

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Schools in Austin, Texas: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

Note: This list also contains online schools that accept students from Texas.

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University of Phoenix

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

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Campus Locations:
  • Austin
  • Online
Programs:
  • BS in Business/Public Sector
  • Graduate Project Management Certificate
University of Florida

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Online Programs That Build Leaders. Credentials That Build Careers.
One of the largest and most respected universities in the nation, the University of Florida (UF) has furthered the personal and professional growth of thousands. Founded in 1853 and ranked among America's top 20 best public universities by U.S. News & World Report, the university's role as a technological and economic force can be felt around the globe. UF Executive Education now delivers high-impact business solutions to individuals and groups, 100% online, through its Essentials of Business executive certificate program. Each business certificate online offers the prestige of UF while preparing professionals for career growth in tactical areas of management.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Tactical IT Management
  • Tactical Marketing Management
USC School of Social Work

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The USC School of Social Work’s MSW@USC offers the opportunity to earn a Master of Social Work degree through the Virtual Academic Center without relocating to Southern California.

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Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Social Work
Walden University

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Earn a respected bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. online at Walden University.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • M.S. in Management - Global Management
  • M.B.A. in Risk Management
Arkansas State University Jonesboro

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Work toward your degree with Arkansas State University Jonesboro.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Public Administration
  • Master of Science in Education in Special Ed - Gifted, Talented, and Creative
Strayer University

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Continue your education with Strayer University.

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Campus Locations:
  • Austin
Programs:
  • MBA: Acquisition
  • Undergrad Cert: Bus Admin: Entrepreneurship
Western Governors University

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Online. Accelerated. Affordable. Accredited.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • M.A. Science Education (5-12, Chemistry)
  • M.S. Information Technology - Network Management
Argosy University

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Welcome to Argosy University

Argosy University offers doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degree programs to students through its seven colleges: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences, Undergraduate Studies, The Art Institute of California and Western State College of Law as well as certificate programs in many areas.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Psychology (BA) (Online)
  • Teaching and Learning (EdD) (Online)
The Art Institutes

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With an Art Institutes education, imagine what you could create.

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Campus Locations:
  • Austin
Programs:
  • Interior Design (BFA)
  • Culinary Management (BS)
Ultimate Medical Academy Online

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Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) offers industry-relevant knowledge and training for in demand careers in healthcare.

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Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • A.S. - Health Sciences
  • Diploma - Medical Office Billing Specialist
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