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Published: November, 2010

Many areas in the United States have well-known historical sites. But only the Norfolk-Virginia Beach-Newport News, VA region can boast of being the place to which the American nation can trace its illustrious history. Cape Henry, the spot near Virginia's Chesapeake Bay, is where, in 1607, three ships filled with English settlers landed to establish the first permanent colonial presence in the New World. It's little wonder then that the cities of Newport News, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, VA all resonate with history's evocative rhythms.

The Norfolk-Virginia Beach-Newport News VA metropolitan statistical area is one of Virginia's largest, with over 1.6 million estimated residents. All three cities in the Norfolk-Virginia Beach-Newport News, VA area are among Virginia's more populous. According to the most recently available statistics, Norfolk's population is 237,835, Virginia Beach's is 425,257, and Newport News comes in at 180,150.

The Norfolk-Virginia Beach-Newport News area's estimated median household income is $41,915. The military is the region's dominant employer, accounting for close to 120,000 jobs. Not surprising, given that Norfolk Naval Base, the world's largest, and the Norfolk Naval Shipyard are both located here. Other sectors providing significant employment:
  • Retail, a source of over 100,000 jobs
  • Health Care and Education, supply over 86,000 jobs

Aside from the Navy, other noteworthy employers in the Norfolk-Virginia Beach-Newport News VA area include:
  • The Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock company, once the largest shipyard in the world.
  • The Norfolk Southern Corporation, a Fortune 500 company and owner of the fourth largest railroad line in America.

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Schools in Virginia Beach, Virginia: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

Medical Career Institute

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Start a great career in healthcare with Medical Careers Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Newport News
  • Virginia Beach
Programs:
  • Dental Assisting - Associate
  • Massage Therapy - Associate
Everest College

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Leave that dead-end job behind with training from Everest College.

Campus Locations:
  • Chesapeake
Programs:
  • Diploma - Residential Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
  • Diploma - Criminal Justice
Performance Training Institute

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Get started on your career at Performance Training Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Medical Office and Administration with Billing and Coding
Bryant and Stratton College

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

Campus Locations:
  • Virginia Beach
Programs:
  • Accounting
  • Criminal Justice
South University - Campus

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As a student at South University, you will learn from accomplished faculty members who have real-world experience in the subjects that they teach. Our small class sizes allow you to receive personalized attention from instructors, and the encouragement to recognize your goals for the future and the means to achieve them.

Campus Locations:
  • Virginia Beach
Programs:
  • Criminal Justice (AS)
  • Nursing (RN-BSN)
The Art Institutes

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The Art Institutes system of schools offers a range of master's, bachelor's, and associate's degree programs, as well as diploma and certificate programs specializing in the creative and applied arts. We also offer a variety of online, evening, and weekend learning options, so there's an education solution to fit your schedule. And our professional-grade technology can give you the practical skills to match your ideas—helping you transform your creative energy into a fulfilling career.

Campus Locations:
  • Virginia Beach
Programs:
  • Culinary Arts Management (BS)
  • Interior Design (BFA)
Culinary Institute of Virginia

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Turn your passion for food into a career at the Culinary Institute of Virginia.

Campus Locations:
  • Norfolk
Programs:
  • Food Service Management
  • Culinary Arts
ECPI University

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To succeed in today’s world, you need an edge.  Get it at ECPI University! 

Campus Locations:
  • Newport News
  • Virginia Beach
Programs:
  • Network Security - Associate
  • Simulation and Game Programming - Bachelor
ITT Technical Institute

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Are you interested in pursuing a high-tech career? Getting an education from ITT Tech is a great place to start!

Campus Locations:
  • Norfolk
Programs:
  • School of Electronics Technology
  • School of Information Technology
Advanced Technology Institute

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Get your career in gear at Advanced Technology Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Virginia Beach
Programs:
  • Welding - Diploma
  • Welding - Associate's