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Charleston, SC Career Colleges: Find Accredited Universities and Degree Programs

Published: November, 2010

The Charleston metro area, which spans three counties, has a population of 594,899. Charleston and its neighbor, North Charleston, are the area's largest cities, with populations of 101,024 and 86,313 people, respectively. Visitors shouldn't miss Charleston's charming historic district, the Cooper River Bridge, and should spend at least 5 minutes on a joggling board (ask about them when you get there).

In 2004, this area in South Carolina posted an average personal income of $29,120. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis, the average Charleston resident earns 12% less than the average American. The average income has grown by 8.4% over the past 35 years, which is about 12% higher than the national average.

Charleston's employment stretches across several business sectors:

  • The U.S. Military is the biggest employer in the region (the U.S. Naval Weapons Station and the Charleston Air Force Base employ 16,200 and 5,600 workers, respectively).
  • The headquarters of the Piggly Wiggly grocery stores chain are in Charleston.
  • Robert Bosch, a company that manufactures braking systems (among other things) is the largest manufacturer in the area.


Due to the military's presence and the large Port of Charleston, the manufacturing sector has seen a lot of recent investment and is forecasted to create a number of new jobs over the next decade.

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Schools in Charleston, South Carolina: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

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

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University of Phoenix

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Campus Locations:
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Programs:
  • Graduate Project Management Certificate
  • M.S. in Administration of Justice and security/Global Homeland Security
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:
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Programs:
  • Master of Social Work
University of Florida

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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.

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  • Tactical IT Management
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Walden University

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

Campus Locations:
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Programs:
  • M.S. in Management - Global Management
  • M.B.A. in Risk Management
The Art Institutes

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Campus Locations:
  • Charleston
Programs:
  • Culinary Arts Management (BS)
  • Interior Design (BFA)
Arkansas State University Jonesboro

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Work toward your degree with Arkansas State University Jonesboro.

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

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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.

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Programs:
  • Psychology (BA) (Online)
  • Teaching and Learning (EdD) (Online)
Strayer University

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Continue your education with Strayer University.

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Campus Locations:
  • North Charleston
Programs:
  • MBA: Acquisition
  • Undergrad Cert: Bus Admin: Entrepreneurship
California University of Pennsylvania

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Study online with California University of Pennsylvania.

Campus Locations:
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Programs:
  • MA in Social Science (Applied Criminology)
  • Master of Science in Legal Studies: Law and Public Policy
Western Governors University

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Online. Accelerated. Affordable. Accredited.

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