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New York Colleges and Universities: Career Training in the Big Apple

Published: November, 2010

Located in the Mid-Atlantic region, New York state covers 54,475 square miles and had a population of 18.9 million in 2006. New York was historically the point of arrival for many immigrants and is still one of the most diverse states in the nation. From the vibrant bustle of New York City to the laid-back refuge of the Catskills, pursuing an education or a career in New York can keep you busy and entertained.

New York is a wealthy state. Its gross state product is about $822 billion, making it the eleventh largest economy in the world. The average per capita income in New York was $40,072 in 2005, an increase of 4.2% from 2004 and the fifth highest in the nation.

With such a strong economy, New York offers college graduates many career options. Did you know that:
  • New York ranks third in international investment after California and Texas?
  • 54 Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in New York, more than any other state?
  • New York State ranks third in the nation in high-tech careers (305,300) and payroll ($21.4 billion)?

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Schools in New York: Degree, Coursework, & Certificate Programs

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/Public Sector
  • B.S. in Business/Sustainable Enterprise Management
PC Age

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Earn more than four-year college graduates after only 8 months.

Campus Locations:
  • Edison
Programs:
  • CompTIA Network+ Certification/Network Technician
  • Network Security
Nebraska Methodist College

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Advance your nursing career with Nebraska Methodist College.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • MSN Executive
  • RN to MSN Executive
Bryant and Stratton College

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Give your career a boost with an education from Bryant and Stratton College.

Campus Locations:
  • Buffalo
  • Rochester
Programs:
  • Human Resource Specialist
  • General Management
Art Institute Online

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Develop your creative potential through The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division where we give you the freedom to decide when and where to attend class.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Kitchen and Bath Design
  • Media Arts & Animation
Ferrari Driving School

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Get your career on the right track with Ferrari Driving School.

Campus Locations:
  • East Elmhurst
  • Astoria
  • Brooklyn
  • Bronx
Programs:
  • CDL Class A Commercial Tractor-Trailer Driver Training
  • CDL Class BP Commercial Bus/Truck Driver Training
College of Westchester

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At The College of Westchester, you'll experience a real-world education that will give you an edge in a highly competitive job market.

Campus Locations:
  • White Plains
Programs:
  • Computer Networking Specialist
  • Bachelor of Business Administration
Strayer University

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Earn a degree that fits your schedule at Strayer University.

Campus Locations:
  • Piscataway
Programs:
  • Undergrad Cert: IS: Web Development
  • Undergrad Cert: IS: Programming
Hunter Business School

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Hunter Business School offers a wide variety of courses to earn your degree or diploma in computer training, medical engineering, and business related courses.

Hunter offers you all the amenities of a large school, but in a small environment close to home for the Long Island resident.

Campus Locations:
  • Medford
  • Levittown
Programs:
  • Computer Repair With Networking
Lincoln Technical Institute

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Get the career training you need to succeed at Lincoln Technical Institute.

For more student consumer information, please visit www.lincolnedu.com/lincolnconsumerinfo

Campus Locations:
  • South Plainfield
  • Mahwah
  • Union
  • Paramus
  • Edison
  • Whitestone
Programs:
  • Diesel
  • Medical Administration