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Philadelphia, PA Colleges and Universities: Find Career Education in Pennsylvania

Published: November, 2010

With a population of 5.9 million, the Philadelphia metropolitan area includes parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland, with Philadelphia (1.5 million), Wilmington (72,000), and Atlantic City (40,000) as major cities. Philadelphia, known as Philly or the City of Brotherly Love, has great historic significance after playing a central role in the American Revolutionary War. Both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed in Philadelphia's Independence Hall.

In 2004, the average personal income for Philadelphia area residents was $38,768, a whopping 17% over the national average. According to the US Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis, personal income has grown 6.8% over the past 35 years.

Philadelphia is the home of several major companies, including:
  • CIGNA
  • Sunoco
  • GlaxoSmithKline
  • Boeing (helicopters division)

Other major employers include Amtrak and the area's numerous law firms and universities.

Philadelphia's employment picture is diverse:
  • The federal government plays a large role in the area economy with the east coast operations of the United States Mint.
  • Nearby Wilmington, Delaware is the center of the country's credit card industry.
  • With strong insurance, retail banking, and legal communities, Wilmington is the headquarters for MBNA, Chase Card Services, and ING Direct.
  • Atlantic City, located in New Jersey, is a popular tourist destination, known for having the world's longest boardwalk and a multitude of casino resorts, several owned by Donald Trump.

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Schools in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

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

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University of Phoenix

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Campus Locations:
  • Philadelphia
  • Online
Programs:
  • Graduate Project Management Certificate
  • M.S. in Administration of Justice and security/Global Homeland Security
University of Florida

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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
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
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)
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
Lincoln Technical Institute

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Get a hands-on, job-specific education at Lincoln Technical Institute.


Campus Locations:
  • Philadelphia
Programs:
  • Computer Networking and Security
  • Nursing (Practical)
Star Career Academy

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Star Career Academy - the career school of choice. What makes us unique, and unlike other trade schools, is the dedication of our staff to provide performance-based occupational training.

Campus Locations:
  • Philadelphia
  • Norristown
Programs:
  • Professional Pastry and Baking Arts
  • Cosmetology
The Art Institutes

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Campus Locations:
  • Philadelphia
Programs:
  • Culinary Management (BS)
  • Graphic Design (AS)
Kaplan Career Institute

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Give yourself a competitive edge with a degree from ICM School of Business & Medical Careers.

Campus Locations:
  • Philadelphia
Programs:
  • Diploma: Pharmacy Technician
  • Associate in Specialized Technology: Respiratory Care
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)
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