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Orlando, FL Career Education Programs: Find Accredited Schools Online

Published: November, 2010

Although its thriving economy suggests the presence of millions of people, Orlando is only Florida's 5th largest city, with a population of around 200,000. Jacksonville is the state's largest city (773,781), followed by Miami (376,815), Tampa (317,647), and St. Petersburg (247,610). The Orlando metropolitan area does encompass nearly 2 million people, although this pales in comparison to the nearly 45 million tourists who flock to the area every year.

Its subtropical climate has lent pleasant meaning to the city's nickname, "The City Beautiful," though it may not last. A new contest to change this nickname may result in a new one soon.

The tourism industry alone generates approximately $25 billion in revenue for the Orlando area. Long established as a major center of entertainment and Tourism, Orlando is home to:
  • Walt Disney World
  • Epcot Center
  • Numerous film studio theme parks

In recent years, the area's economy has expanded rapidly, due to:
  • Biotech, aerospace, film and TV production, manufacturing, and distribution.
  • Aerospace has had a longstanding presence in Orlando, dating all the way back to WWII air and military bases.
  • Lockheed Martin and Signature Air Services (two of the biggest aerospace companies in the world) is a major Orlando employer.
  • The markets of entertainment and high tech are also growing--from a $2.5 million entertainment market in the City Beautiful to a near $600 million market today.
  • Mitsubishi and Westinghouse are major high tech firms that also employ thousands in Orlando and advance wireless and medical technologies every year.

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

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Campus Locations:
  • Orlando
  • Online
Programs:
  • BS in Human Services/Gerontology
  • BS in Business/Public Sector
Arkansas State University Jonesboro

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Work toward your degree with Arkansas State University Jonesboro.

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

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Continue your education with Strayer University.

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Campus Locations:
  • Orlando
  • Maitland
Programs:
  • MBA: Acquisition
  • Undergrad Cert: Bus Admin: Entrepreneurship
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
Florida Technical College

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

Campus Locations:
  • Orlando
Programs:
  • Business with emphasis on Project Management
  • Computer Information Science/Business and Management Technology
Southern Technical College

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Get the hands-on training you need for career success at Southern Technical College.

Campus Locations:
  • Sanford
Programs:
  • Medical Assisting (Associates)
  • Electrical Trades Technology (Associates)
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.

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Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Creative Writing, Master of Fine Arts (Online)
  • Entertainment Business, Master of Science (Online)
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:
  • Orlando
Programs:
  • HVAC Technician - DIP
  • Computer Security & Network Technician - DIP
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