Colleges Near Desert Center

There are no colleges in Desert Center, but 176 are within 200 miles, enrolling 1,816,023 students combined.

The closest option is Palo Verde College in Blythe, 41.4 miles from Desert Center (about 50-71 minutes by car). Desert Center (pop. 204) is in California.

California Institute of Technology in Pasadena ranks #7 nationally. Barstow Community College in Barstow has the lowest tuition at $1,104 per year.

Results are sorted by distance from Desert Center. Browse public and private 2-year and 4-year schools near Desert Center. For a more affordable start, see community colleges near Desert Center.

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Desert Center, CA within 200 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 Year 2 Year
Phoenix College Campus
 

  • Public 2 Year
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • | 0 reviews
  • 189 miles from Desert Center

Phoenix College is a public community college known for associate programs in nursing, allied health, and the arts. The urban campus in central Phoenix is Arizona's oldest community college.

  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $12,661
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California Institute of the Arts Campus

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  • Private 4 Year
  • Valencia, CA
  • | 0 reviews
  • 189 miles from Desert Center

CalArts is a highly selective private arts college known for undergraduate animation, film, and the performing arts. The suburban campus is in Valencia, north of Los Angeles.

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  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 32%
  • Net Price $56,239
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College of the Canyons Campus

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  • Public 2 Year
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • | 0 reviews
  • 189 miles from Desert Center

A public community college offering associate degrees and preparation for transfer to four-year universities. The suburban campus is located in Santa Clarita north of Los Angeles.

  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $5,760
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Crestpoint University Campus
 

  • Private 4 Year
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • | 0 reviews
  • 191 miles from Desert Center
  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $14,930
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Pathways College Campus
 

  • Private 4 Year
  • Phoenix, California
  • | 0 reviews
  • 191 miles from Desert Center
  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price -
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South Mountain Community College Campus
 

  • Public 2 Year
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • | 0 reviews
  • 194 miles from Desert Center

South Mountain is a public community college offering associate degrees and career certificate programs. The urban campus is in southern Phoenix near South Mountain Park.

  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $13,152
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Pepperdine University Campus

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  • Private 4 Year
  • Malibu, CA
  • 3.8 | 4 reviews
  • 193 miles from Desert Center

Pepperdine is a private Christian university known for undergraduate business, communication, and international studies. The Malibu campus overlooks the Pacific Ocean from hillsides above the coast.

#14 Best Private Colleges in California 8/10 Overall Rating
  • SAT Range 1290-1450
  • Avg GPA 3.74
  • Acceptance Rate 63%
  • Net Price $66,585
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Paradise Valley Community College Campus
 

  • Public 2 Year
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • | 0 reviews
  • 193 miles from Desert Center

Paradise Valley Community College is a public community college known for associate degrees and transfer pathways to Arizona universities. The North Phoenix campus sits near desert mountain preserves.

  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $13,296
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GateWay Community College Campus
 

  • Public 2 Year
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • | 0 reviews
  • 195 miles from Desert Center

GateWay is a community college known for undergraduate programs in nursing, health sciences, and water technology. The urban Phoenix campus is part of the Maricopa County Community College District.

  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $13,821
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Rio Salado College Campus
 

  • Public 2 Year
  • Tempe, AZ
  • | 0 reviews
  • 197 miles from Desert Center

Rio Salado is a public community college known for online associate degrees and flexible distance-learning programs. Most students take courses remotely rather than on a traditional campus.

  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $8,733
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University of Advancing Technology Campus
 

  • Private 4 Year
  • Tempe, AZ
  • | 0 reviews
  • 197 miles from Desert Center
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  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA 2.5
  • Acceptance Rate 98%
  • Net Price $27,286
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Arizona College of Nursing Tempe Campus
 

  • Private 2 Year
  • Tempe, AZ
  • | 0 reviews
  • 197 miles from Desert Center
  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $29,819
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Arizona State University Campus

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  • Public 4 Year
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 3.3 | 6 reviews
  • 199 miles from Desert Center

ASU is a large public university known for undergraduate journalism, business, and sustainability. The Tempe campus sits in the Phoenix metro area.

#3 Best Colleges in Arizona 6/10 Overall Rating
  • SAT Range 1100-1320
  • Avg GPA 3.54
  • Acceptance Rate 90%
  • Net Price $17,779
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Bryan University Campus
 

  • Private 2 Year
  • Tempe, CA
  • | 0 reviews
  • 198 miles from Desert Center
  • SAT Range -
  • Avg GPA NA
  • Acceptance Rate 100%
  • Net Price $20,323
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