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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

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:
  • Austin
Programs:
  • Veterinary Technology
  • Medical Assistant
South University - Campus

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As a student at South University, you will learn from accomplished faculty members who have real-world experience in the subjects that they teach. Our small class sizes allow you to receive personalized attention from instructors, and the encouragement to recognize your goals for the future and the means to achieve them.

Campus Locations:
  • Round Rock
Programs:
  • Psychology (BA)
  • Business Administration (AS)
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
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:
  • Austin
Programs:
  • School of Electronics Technology
  • School of Information 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:
  • Austin
Programs:
  • Fashion & Retail Management (BS)
  • Advertising Design (BS)
Southern Careers Institute

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Get your career on the right track with Southern Careers Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Austin
Programs:
  • Pharmacy Technician - Evening
  • Pharmacy Technician - Day
Everest Institute

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Reach your career goals with a degree or diploma from Everest Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Austin
Programs:
  • Medical Insurance Billing and Coding (Diploma)
  • Medical Administrative Assistant (Diploma)
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.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Social Work
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:
  • Online
  • Austin
Programs:
  • Graduate Certificate-Network and Communications Management
  • Master's-Business Administration
Everest University Online

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Manage your career and your life while earning your degree online.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Criminal Justice (Associate's)
  • Computer Information Science (Associate's)