Austin, Texas, is quite possibly one of the most exciting cities for young people. The arts are a big focus here, especially with the Austin Film Festival and Austin City Limits, both held annually. There are several colleges and universities in the area, many with links to local businesses that help graduates find good jobs in the city. The climate is generally mild, ethnically diverse, and cheap to live in... to learn more, check out our Guide to Austin Colleges & Universities.
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Advertising - Marketing, Advertising Design...
Art - Art History, Ceramics, Sculpture, Media Arts...
Broadcasting - Degrees and Programs in Broadcasting...
Business - Business Admin., Finance, Accounting...
Computer/IT - A+, Computer Information Science, MIS...
Cosmetology - Cosmetology Schools & Programs...
Culinary - Cooking Courses/Degrees, Le Cordon Bleu...
Dental - Dental Assistant, Periodontics, Orthodontics...
Engineering - Engineering Schools & Programs...
Environmental - Biology, Environmental Studies...
Fashion - Textile Design, Fashion Merchandising...
Film & Video - Degree in filmmaking, directing, film...
Graphic Design - Degree programs in game design...
Health/Medical - Learn medical assisting, patient care...
Interior Design - Interior architecture and design...
Language - Earn a degree in a foreign language...
Law - LLM, J.D., and other law degree programs...
Nursing - Practical Nursing/Licensed Nurse...
Performing Arts - Theater, Dance, Studio Arts...
Photography - Photography degrees and schools...
Psychology - Clinical, Counseling, School, and more...
Veterinary - Veterinary Schools & Programs...
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| Austin Education Highlights |
- Total population in 2000: 656,652
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51.4% males, 48.6% females
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The Austin School District is the 14th largest national purchaser of “green
energy” in the U.S., according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA)
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83.4% hold a high school diploma; this is higher than the U.S. average
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A full 40.4% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher; almost twice the
national average
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31.1% of Austin’s citizens speak a language other than English in
their homes
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Austin is the 4th largest city in Texas, and the 16th largest in the U.S.
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The average temperature is 70 degrees, with 300 days of sunshine annually
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Austin is regularly ranked one of the best cities for singles, and for
entrepreneurs
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