Education in Peoria
Peoria Unified School District, located in Peoria and Glendale, serves more than 38,000 students. Comprised of 30 elementary and eight high schools, Peoria Unified School District is recognized as the third largest school district in Arizona. Students receive a quality education that includes the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens. The Vision of the Peoria Unified School District is “Every student, every day, prepared to meet tomorrow.” For more information, call 623-486-6000.
Those seeking higher education or career training have many options in the Peoria area. Arizona State University’s West Campus, Glendale Community College and proprietary schools are all close by. Undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as professional certification courses, are offered at these campuses.
HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE GREATER PEORIA REGION
Approximate Distance from 83rd Ave. & Peoria
• Arizona State University - West Campus
(about 6 miles; Glendale, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 3,334)
• Glendale Community College
(about 8 miles; Glendale, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 9,981)
• DeVry Institute of Technology
(about 13 miles; Phoenix, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 3,165)
• Grand Canyon University
(about 13 miles; Phoenix, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 2,207)
• Universal Technical Institute Inc.
(about 13 miles; Phoenix, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 2,091)
• Phoenix College
(about 16 miles; Phoenix, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 5,911)
• Paradise Valley Community College
(about 18 miles; Phoenix, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 3,410)
• Western International University
(about 1 mile; Peoria, AZ; Full-time enrollment: 5,000)
(List provided by www.city-data.com)
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