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Published: November, 2010

Mahwah, New Jersey, known as "Bergen County's Parkland," is located about 30 miles north of New York City. In the 2000 census, Bergen County and the city of Mahwah had populations of approximately 902,000 and 24,682, respectively. Bordered by the Ramapo and Mahwah Rivers, Mahwah has over 5,000 acres of state and county parkland that are great for outdoor activities--hiking, swimming, and fishing. Residents of Mahwah are ideally located in a safe and scenic setting that is just a train ride away from the bustle and excitement of New York City.

While many Mahwah residents commute to work in New York City, the following businesses operate in Bergen County:
  • Hackensack University Medical Center
  • New Jersey Sport and Exposition Authority
  • The Society of the Valley Hospital
  • AT&T Wireless Services, Inc.

Large corporations such as Datascope, Konica, and Seiko are also based in Mahwah. Those interested in pursuing a career in Mahwah should consider a degree in healthcare, management, or sales to increase their chances of employment.

Mahwah had an average personal income of $53,131 in 2004, which was 161 percent of the national average. This was an increase of almost 6 percent from the previous year, compared to a national growth rate of just 5 percent. Mahwah is a safe, family-oriented, and comfortable small town that is just a short trip away from the Big Apple.

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Schools in Mahwah, New Jersey: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

Berkeley College

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Berkeley College helps you launch your career in business.

Campus Locations:
  • Paramus
Programs:
  • BS, Bus Admin-Int'l Business
  • BS, Bus Admin-Accounting
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
Anthem Institute

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Get the training you need for a rewarding career in less time than you may think

Campus Locations:
  • Parsippany
Programs:
  • Medical Billing and Coding
  • Medical Assistant
Institute of Culinary Education

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Get your culinary career cooking at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City.

Campus Locations:
  • New York
Programs:
  • Culinary Management
  • Double Diploma: Culinary Arts and Culinary Management
American Institute - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

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Advance your career with American Institute - Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Campus Locations:
  • Clifton
Programs:
  • Diagnostic General Sonography
  • Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography
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:
  • New York
Programs:
  • Fashion Merchandising (AAS)
  • Graphic Design (AAS)
The Hair Design School

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Get started on your career with the Hair Design School.

Campus Locations:
  • Bloomfield
  • Union
Programs:
  • Cosmetology
  • Teacher of Cosmetology
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
  • Paramus
Programs:
  • Master's-Business Administration
  • Graduate Certificate-Network and Communications Management
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)
University of Phoenix

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

Campus Locations:
  • Online
  • Jersey City
Programs:
  • B.S. in Business/Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship
  • BS in Information Technology-Web Development