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Published: November, 2010

Phoenix is Arizona's largest city, with the city comprised of well over 1 million people (1,388,416). Second to Phoenix is Tuscon (507,658), followed by Mesa (432,376), Glendale (232,838), and Scottsdale (217,989). Over half of the population of Arizona lives in Phoenix. The third-largest largest capitol city and the 5th largest city in the US, the metropolitan area of Phoenix has a population of over 3 million.

Phoenix was named for its heat, which is present virtually year round. Called "The Valley" for its geographical location between Arizona mountain ranges, and also "Valley of the Sun," the Phoenix-Mesa area is known to reach temperatures of over 100 degrees routinely during the summer. Neighboring Scottsdale has become a premiere resort destination, with golf courses and hotels lining its borders.

The average income for the Phoenix-Mesa area is $31,133 per capita, 94% of the national average. The economy's main sectors include these:
  • Aircraft parts, agricultural chemicals, and electronic equipment are manufactured in the Phoenix-Mesa area.
  • Manufacturing also contributes to Phoenix's economy.
  • The tourism of Phoenix and Scottsdale is vital to its economy, as over 10 million visitors travel to Arizona each year to vacation.

Nearly 90 flights operate to Phoenix from within the US, and an additional 17 international cities offer flights there. The airport is struggling to accommodate this activity, with almost 80 current projects totaling over $600 million to complete. The Valley of the Sun is truly the center of Arizona's economy, as well as an important western resource.

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Urbana University

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Take the next step toward earning your degree with Urbana University.

Campus Locations:
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Programs:
  • Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration
Saint Peter's College

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Saint Peter's College has prepared its students for academic excellence and professional success for over one hundred years. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to providing each student with the opportunity for educational and spiritual enrichment. That same commitment to individual support is now available to learners everywhere via the new online degree programs offered by the College.

Campus Locations:
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Programs:
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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
Kaplan College - KHE

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Get a professional education designed with your future in mind at Kaplan College.

Campus Locations:
  • Phoenix
Programs:
  • Associate of Occupational Studies: Veterinary Technology
  • Associate of Applied Science: Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix

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

Campus Locations:
  • Phoenix
  • Mesa
  • Online
  • Chandler
Programs:
  • MS in Nursing - Nursing/Health Care Education
  • MS in Administration of Justice and Security
Carrington College

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Ready for a rewarding career in healthcare? Carrington College™ can help.

Campus Locations:
  • Phoenix
  • Mesa
Programs:
  • Massage Therapy
  • Medical Billing and Coding
CollegeAmerica

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Other colleges make promises. CollegeAmerica delivers.

Campus Locations:
  • Phoenix
Programs:
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with Networking Emphasis (Online)
  • Bachelor of Science Completion in Nursing (Online)
Brown Mackie College

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Improve your career skills with a quality education from a Brown Mackie College. Choose from many different career-track programs in today's most in-demand fields.

Campus Locations:
  • Phoenix
Programs:
  • Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
  • Associate of Science in Business Management
Argosy University

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To succeed in today's competitive workforce, you need a solid foundation of knowledge - and the power to put it to work. And that's exactly what an Argosy University education offers.

Campus Locations:
  • Phoenix
Programs:
  • Accounting (DBA)
  • Customized Professional Concentration (DBA)
Cortiva Institute

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Cortiva Institute School of Massage Therapy's innovative program will help you learn the art of massage therapy and introduce you to a range of career opportunities.

Campus Locations:
  • Scottsdale
Programs:
  • Massage Therapy Program