Apollo College: Academics, Admissions & Tuition Info

Apollo College is a private, 2-year educational institution with nine campuses throughout the western United States. It offers certificate and associate's degree programs.

Information about Apollo College

Apollo College is a private, 2-year college that offers certificate and associate's degree programs. It has campuses located in Albuquerque, NM; Boise, ID; Las Vegas and Reno, NV; Mesa, Phoenix and Tucson, AZ; and Portland, Oregon and Spokane, WA. Apollo College offers programs in the medical, dental and healthcare fields.

While information about the composition of the student body varies by campus, most campuses are overwhelmingly female, with more than two-thirds of students being women. There are generally a mix of older and younger students, with about half being under the age of 24 and half being 25 and older. Most students attending Apollo College do so in the same state in which they live.

Programs at Apollo College

Medical Programs

Apollo College has the most robust offerings in its medical unit. It offers programs in diagnostic medical sonography, medical administrative assisting, medical assisting, medical radiography, medical billing and coding, nursing, respiratory care and physical therapy assisting. Medical programs at Apollo College are designed to prepare students for the demands of entry-level positions in this growing field. Specific program offerings vary by campus.

Dental Programs

Apollo College offers programs in dental assisting and dental hygiene. Dental assistants work directly with patients and assistant dentists; they also perform administrative duties and basic lab procedures. Students in the dental hygiene program train to become certified dental hygienists. They learn how to remove calculus, stains and plaque from teeth; develop x-rays and properly enter information into patients' charts.

Health, Fitness and Massage Program

There are also a number of programs in health, fitness and massage available at select Apollo College campuses. Apollo College offers instruction in fitness training, massage therapy and physical therapy. The programs concentrate on the theoretical and practical skills students need to begin working in these roles.

Veterinary Programs

Apollo College also features a program in veterinary assisting. This program trains students to work as veterinary technicians and technologists. The veterinary assisting program is offered at Apollo College's campuses in Arizona, Oregon and Washington.

School Contact Information

• Address: 8503 North 27th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85051
• Phone: (877) 205-1458