An example of a college institution
For a town with a population of just over 60,000 residents, Marietta, Georgia, has a surprising number of colleges. Located about 15 miles northwest of Atlanta, Marietta has a small town feel with plenty of modern conveniences. This mix makes Marietta an ideal place for students to learn and enjoy their off-campus hours.
Life University College
Founded as a chiropractic college in 1974, Life University College still features a chiropractic school. In addition, the college now features a College of Undergraduate studies and a secondary program called the College of Graduate Studies and Research. The undergraduate program features a general education program focusing on the disciplines of nutrition and biology. The graduate program skills its student in sports medicine and rehabilitation.
Life University College
1269 Barclay Circle
Marietta, GA 30060
770-426-2600
www.life.edu
Southern Polytechnic State University
The Southern Polytechnic State University has undergone a number of name changes since its founding in 1948, but it has remained committed to offering a program of combining liberal arts and the sciences. SPSU currently offers eight separate graduate tracks in its four-year program. Class size is typically around 30 students. Distance learning courses are available.
Southern Polytechnic State University
1100 South Marietta Parkway
Marietta, GA 30060-2896
678-915-7778
www.spsu.edu
University of Phoenix in Marietta
At the Marietta Learning Center, an extension of the University of Phoenix based in Arizona, students can earn bachelor degrees in two years. There are two programs available. One program skills students in the arena of health administration, while the second program is meant to further develop the skills of working nurses. The courses can be completed at the Marietta campus or online.
University of Phoenix in Marietta
1850 Parkway Place
Marietta, GA 30067-8219
678-731-0555
www.phoenix.edu
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