This guide offers details about hundreds of schools and colleges in the United States and Canada that offer certificates and diplomas or associate, bachelor's and master's degrees in a variety of disciplines. Each profile provides details about the individual campus; click through on the links to request more information, or visit our site FAQ. You can re-sort any list on the site by clicking on the SCHOOL or LOCATION links at top of each page. To find schools near you, enter your zip code (or, for Canada schools, your postal code), or search by keyword. Or you can use the pulldown menu to see all schools in a state or province.

Most of the schools and colleges profiled on this site are private, for-profit ventures, which is part of a growing trend in higher education. They offer a no-frills, practical curriculum. You don't pay for sports teams or student centers, and the classroom is more likely to be in an centrally located office park than on a leafy campus. However, in most cases you can still apply for financial aid if you qualify, and job placement services are usually provided.