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Covering a large geographical area, Orange County has a diverse ethnic background and an interesting landscape, with beautiful beaches leading inland towards magnificent hills and canyons. The terrain lends itself to a solid tourist base, with people visiting its beaches and hiking in its canyons. Besides an abundance of recreational activities, students will find great colleges and career schools, in addition to many internship opportunities with major employers in the county... to learn more, check out our Guide to Orange County Colleges & Universities.
What's Your Interest? Find Schools/Colleges by Subject
Advertising - Graphics, Interactive Media Design...
Art - Art Therapy, Blacksmithing, Graphic Design...
Broadcasting - Communications, Journalism, Art...
Business - Business Degrees, Certifications, MBA...
Computer/IT - Visual Arts & Design, Software, VRML...
Cosmetology - Cosmetology Schools & Programs...
Culinary - Cooking programs & degree programs...
Dental - Dental assisting & hygiene degree programs...
Engineering - Engineering Schools & Programs...
Environmental - GIS Certifications, Degrees in Geology...
Fashion - Design clothing, fashion design education...
Film & Video - Video production degree programs...
Graphic Design - Earn your degree in graphic design...
Health/Medical - Become a doctor, therapist, or assistant...
Interior Design - The design & layout of beautiful interiors...
Language - Area foreign language schools & programs...
Law - Training for legal assistants & secretaries...
Nursing - LPN, CNA, RN and other certifications...
Performing Arts - Couses and degree programs - drama...
Photography - Capture & edit photos, film, and more...
Psychology - Degrees in counseling, general psychology...
Veterinary - Veterinary Schools & Programs...
Orange Co. Education Highlights
  • California has the most degree-granting institutions in the US (413)
  • Several sources of alternative education available in county
  • Good range of cultural and recreational resources
  • County residents with a bachelor's or higher: 31% vs. 27% statewide
  • Young population - median age is 33 years
  • More students complete college-prep programs than state average (37 vs. 35 percent)
  • Varied population, both ethnically and racially
  • State has 2nd highest number of charter schools in nation
  • California expected to have a 23.1% increase in high school graduates
  • Large selection of post-secondary institutions to choose from (61)
Browse Orange Co. Education by Level
Graduate SchoolsColleges & Universities Trade/Vocational SchoolsPre-SchoolsParenting/Birthing ClassesK-12 Public SchoolsK-12 Private Schools
Career Education in Orange Co.
The Art Institute of California - Orange County

The Art Institute of California - Orange County offers programs which match your creative interests including: advertising, culinary arts, culinary management, game art & design, graphic design, industrial design, interior design, and interactive media arts & animation.
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University of Phoenix

At the University of Phoenix, careers in business, nursing, information technology, and teaching are right at your fingertips. Study at one of the school's 190 locations or online for bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees that can start or advance a successful career. Find out more today!

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