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SCHOOLS IN THE COMMUNITY

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES NEAR COLLEGE PARK

College Park is just a stone’s throw from the Atlanta University Center (AUC) — one of the largest consortiums of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the world! The AUC is home to prestigious institutions that have shaped leaders, innovators, and change-makers for generations:

 Drive time: Approx. 15–20 minutes (8–10 miles from College Park)

Other Great Colleges Within 25 Miles of College Park

College Park residents also benefit from close proximity to some of Georgia’s top higher education institutions, all less than 25 miles away:

  • Georgia State University – www.gsu.edu
    A major research university located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, offering more than 250 degree programs.

  • Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) – www.gatech.edu
    Nationally recognized for engineering, technology, and innovation, Georgia Tech is one of the leading STEM institutions in the country.

  • Clayton State University – www.clayton.edu
    Located in nearby Morrow, GA, this University System of Georgia institution offers career-focused programs in business, health, and the arts.

  • Emory University – www.emory.edu
    A nationally ranked private university known for its medical, law, business, and liberal arts programs.

 

Colleges Right Here in the South Atlanta Area

  • Atlanta Metropolitan State College – www.atlm.edu
    Part of the University System of Georgia, AMSC offers more than 20 programs and certificates in fields such as business, technology, computer science, humanities, fine arts, and natural sciences.
    Drive: ~15 minutes (8 miles)

  • Atlanta Technical College – www.atlantatech.edu
    A leader in workforce development, offering programs in health sciences, industrial technologies, public service, and professional services.
    Drive: ~19 minutes (8.7 miles)

 

Whether you’re looking for a world-class research institution, a career-focused university, or the rich history and tradition of an HBCU, College Park’s location provides unparalleled access to some of the best colleges and universities in the nation.

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