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Published: November, 2010

Known as the "Gateway to Florida," Jacksonville is the most populous city in Florida and the 13th most populous city in the United States. As of 2005, the city had an estimated population of 782,623 with a metropolitan population of more than 1.3 million. Located on the St. John's River and the Atlantic Ocean, Jacksonville has the largest southern deep water port and is a major hub for imports and exports such as automobiles, coffee, lumber, paper products and phosphates. However, Jacksonville's economic strength lies in its economic diversity.

Jacksonville's economic base is comprised of industries such as distribution, biotechnology, manufacturing, financial services, information services, and consumer goods, to name a few. The median personal income in Jacksonville is $32,283, 98% of our national average. However, with no local or state income tax, Jacksonville residents take more of what they earn home. Top private industries are:
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Florida, Inc.
  • Publix Distribution Center
  • Winn-Dixie Stores
  • Citibank
  • Baptist Health Hospital
  • Mayo Clinic

Florida is the state with the most cities on the Inc. list of best business locations. The state has created 250,000 jobs in the last year. In fact, Jacksonville, Florida is one of Inc. magazines top-10 places to do business. Jacksonville, Florida has had a growth rate of 8.7% since 1969, 16% higher than other ranked U.S. cities.

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Schools in Jacksonville, Florida: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

University of Phoenix

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

Campus Locations:
  • Jacksonville
  • Online
Programs:
  • MS in Administration of Justice and Security
  • MS in Nursing - Nursing/Health Care Education
Keiser University Campus

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Keiser University offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni.

Campus Locations:
  • Jacksonville
Programs:
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant, AS
  • Nursing, BS (Online Only)
Sanford-Brown Institute

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Turn your love of medicine into a rewarding career at Sanford-Brown Institute. Learn more today.

Campus Locations:
  • Jacksonville
Programs:
  • Massage Therapy
  • Dental Assisting with Expanded Functions
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:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Game Art, Bachelor of Science (Online)
  • Education Media Design & Technology, Master of Science (Online)
Strayer University

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Earn a degree that fits your schedule at Strayer University.

Campus Locations:
  • Jacksonville
Programs:
  • BBA: Accounting
  • M.Ed.: Adult Education and Development
Ultimate Medical Academy Online

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Boost your career with an education from Ultimate Medical Academy Online.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Pharmacy Technician Diploma
  • Medical Billing and Coding - Diploma
ECPI University - Online Degrees

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Earn an accredited Business or Technology degree 100% online with ECPI.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Network Security - Bachelor
  • Network Security - Associate
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:
  • Jacksonville
  • Online
Programs:
  • Associate - Network Systems Administration
  • Graduate Certificate-Electronic Commerce Management
UEI College

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Get the real-world skills you need from UEI College.

Campus Locations:
  • Jacksonville
Programs:
  • Business Office Administration
Keiser Career College

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Keiser Career College offers career-oriented training programs that prepare students for positions in allied health and computer technology. All programs focus on the specific skills and knowledge needed for today's career fields.

Campus Locations:
  • Jacksonville
Programs:
  • Practical Nurse
  • Paramedical Aesthetician (Advanced Medical Skin Care Specialist)