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Albany as a Center for Education

Albany boasts seven colleges or universities awarding degrees in such diverse fields as business, education, medicine, and law. As the Capital of New York State, Albany is involved in education to a degree not too often attained by a City of its size. For instance, Albany is the headquarters of the State Education Department. Moreover, located at the Empire State Plaza is the Cultural Education Center that houses the State Museum, Library and Archives.

Educational Institutions

Albany College of Pharmacy - founded in 1881, is an extension of Union University of Schenectady. It offers undergraduate degrees in pharmacy and medical technology and a master's program in health systems management. Visit www.acp.edu.

Albany Law School - founded in 1851, is dedicated to offering the student of law the highest quality education in jurisprudence. Famous graduates include former President William McKinley and U.S. Supreme Court Judges David J. Brewer and Robert H. Jackson. Visit www.albanylaw.edu/

Albany Medical College - founded in 1839, is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the education of health care personnel, research in the basic and clinical medical sciences, and service to the community. It is affiliated with the Albany Medical Center Hospital. Visit www.amc.edu.

Cornell University School of Industrial & Labor Relations - Founded in 1865 by Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White. This is a federal land-grant institution of New York State, a private endowed university, a member of the Ivy League, and a partner of the State University of New York. This university has seven undergraduate units and four graduate and professional units in Ithaca, two medical graduate and professional units in New York City, and one in Doha, Qatar. It offers professional development certificate programs in Management, Human Resources, Labor Relations, EEO and Labor Studies. Visit www.ilr.cornell.edu/extension.

Excelsior College - Founded in 1971, they apply the college credit you have already earned to a respected degree in Liberal Arts, Business, Technology or Nursing.  Their graduates advance ever upward to graduate schools and better jobs in business, government, and health care. Visit www.excelsior.edu.

Memorial Hospital School of Nursing - For over a century, Memorial Hospital School of Nursing at Albany Memorial Hospital and Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing have provided students with specialized knowledge, practical skills and caring values, preparing them for fulfilling and rewarding careers in nursing. Visit www.nehealth.com.

The College of St. Rose founded in 1920, is an independent, coeducational institution serving nearly three thousand students. CSR offers majors and special internships in the liberal arts, business, education, the sciences, and the fine arts. Both Bachelor's and Master's degrees are awarded. Visit www.strose.edu.

Sage College of Albany founded in 1957, is a two-year coeducational division of Russell Sage College of Troy. Sage offers a wide range of individual choice in fields such as business, nursing, fine arts and communications leading to the Associates Degree.  Visit www.sage.edu.

Maria College is a two-year coeducational career-oriented institution offering Associates Degrees in nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, early childhood education, business, and liberal and general studies. Maria College is well known for its active evening program and, especially, for its innovative weekend program. Visit www.mariacollege.edu.

State University of New York at Albany is one of the four major university centers in the SUNY system. The University enrolls approximately 11,500 undergraduate and 5,000 graduate students making it the largest university in the area. SUNYA offers more than 100 academic programs from the Bachelor's degree through the Doctorate. Visit www.albany.edu.

Trade Schools

AAAA All Albany Auto Academy
This school offers a Pre-License Course as well as a Point-Insurance Reduction Program. It caters to business groups and offers their services at their location or yours. Visit www.albanyautoacademy.com

Barbizon Modeling of Albany
Founded in 1939. Many of Barbizon graduates have gone on to become famous models, actors, and actresses. Barbizon offers training in these areas, which is the key to success in the industry as well as in everyday life. Visit www.barbizonmodelingandacting.com

Branford Hall Career Institute
This institute has been a leader in professional education for four decades. Visit www.branfordhall.com

Natural Wellness School of Massage
Founded in 1996, this school was created to provide surrounding communities with quality alternatives to medical treatment through massage therapy, acupuncture, and natural medicine. Visit www.cnwsmt.com

ITT Technical Institute
Founded in 1969, ITT Technical Institute is a leading private college system offering technology-oriented programs at this Albany, New York college. There are five schools at the ITT Technical Institutes: School of Information Technology, School of Drafting and Design, School of Electronics Technology, School of Business, and School of Criminal Justice. Visit www.itt-tech.edu

Mildred Elley The College for Careers
Founded in 1917 by Mrs. Augusta Mildred Elley. It offers business, computer, health, legal, and travel programs. This college offers Associate degrees and undergraduate certificate. Visit www.mildred-elley.edu.

Orlo School of Hair Design
Founded in 1986 and is an independent, privately owned school devoted to teaching men and women the art and science of Hairdressing and Cosmetology. Visit www.theorloschool.com