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Miami, FL Colleges and Universities: Find Career Education in Southern Florida

Published: November, 2010

Located between the Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean, the greater Miami area is known as the Gateway to the Americas because of its proximity to North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean. The Miami metropolitan area, which includes glamorous Miami Beach (pop. 89,000), has a population of 2.2 million, with Miami (377,000) and Fort Lauderdale (163,000) as the largest cities.

According the US Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis, the average personal income for Miami residents in 2004 was a healthy $34,278, 4% over the national average. The average income has boomed, increasing by 8.9% over the past 35 years, 19% over the national average.

Because of its location, Miami is home to the headquarters of Latin American operations for many large companies, including:
  • American Airlines
  • Cisco
  • Exxon
  • FedEx

The Miami International Airport and the Port of Miami are busy ports of entry for cargo, and trade is one of the area's most important industries. Other large employers include:
  • Biomedical companies Beckman Coulter and Cordis
  • Burger King
  • Carnival Cruise Lines

Fort Lauderdale, known as the Venice of America because of its canal system, is a major manufacturing and maintenance center for yachts. Fort Lauderdale is famous as a spring break destination for students, and it serves as a hub for several major cruise lines.

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

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

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University of Phoenix

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Campus Locations:
  • Hollywood
  • Miami
  • Fort Lauderdale
  • Online
Programs:
  • BS in Criminal Justice Administration - Cybercrimes
  • BS in Human Services/Gerontology
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
University of Texas at Tyler

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Explore your education online with University of Texas at Tyler.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Master of Business Administration in Health Care Management
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
Animal Behavior College

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Interested in a career as a professional dog trainer? Animal Behavior College is the place to start.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Grooming Instruction
Florida Career College

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Train for the real-world skills that help you launch a successful technology or healthcare career with a degree, or diploma from Florida Career College.

Campus Locations:
  • Miami
  • Hollywood
  • Hialeah
Programs:
  • Nursing RN - AS
  • HVAC Technician - DIP
Strayer University

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Continue your education with Strayer University.

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Campus Locations:
  • Miami
  • Hollywood
  • Fort Lauderdale
Programs:
  • MBA: Acquisition
  • Undergrad Cert: Bus Admin: Entrepreneurship
Florida Technical College

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Your rewarding career in Health Care, Technology, or Programming begins at Florida Technical College.

Campus Locations:
  • Hollywood
Programs:
  • Computer Information Science/Business and Management Technology
  • Medical Assistant Technician
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)
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
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