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Atlanta Midtown Campus

Located in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, the Westwood College – Atlanta Midtown Campus is at the center of the business and commercial districts. The Atlanta area offers outstanding entertainment venues, including scores of galleries and alternative spaces that exhibit a broad variety of artwork; a ballet and an opera; numerous movie houses showing new releases, plus foreign and classic films;and a growing number of theater companies.

There are many opportunities for rock, jazz, avant-garde music and outdoor performances. The city also has a multitude of natural areas and parks, restaurants and coffee houses of every description, plus four professional sports teams. Other area attractions include the Fox Theater, Georgia Aquarium, Turner Field and Georgia Dome.

Our campus prides itself on a professional atmosphere and enabling students to develop career-focused abilities. We are located on train and bus lines and are directly accessible from the main highways, just off I-85 and north of I-20. This allows students easy access to professional opportunities and organizations, as well as cultural and sports destinations in the area. Students also have lots of choices when it comes to dining near campus. Checkers, Subway, Einstein's and Carolyn's are close by. After classes, many students enjoy the nearby Atlantic Station dining and entertainment district. Rental housing is available within walking distance of the campus.

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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.

Did You Know?

Our fast-track approach can help you earn your associate degree in as little as 17 months.

Campus Accreditation

Westwood is nationally accredited

Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

A degree of certainty

Introducing The Westwood Employment Pledge

Our newest commitment to help you succeed is the Westwood Employment Pledge*. We're so confident that you'll receive the right skills to launch your career and get your first job that if you haven't found employment within six months of graduation, we'll help pay your bills. Simple as that.

Atlanta Midtown Programs*

(A) Associate (B) Bachelor's

School of Design:

School of Technology:

School of Healthcare:

School of Business:

School of Justice:

Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location.

Download the Georgia Course Catalog for a detailed description of our degree programs.

Georgia Course Catalog

Georgia Addendum

*Not all programs are offered every term. Check with the campus for current program offerings.

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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.

Did You Know?

Our fast-track approach can help you earn your associate degree in as little as 17 months.

Atlanta Midtown Maps & Transportation

Driving Directions
For students who drive, we are situated on the cross-streets of Spring and 12th, with easy access from the I-75/I-85 Interstate.

Public Transportation
Our campus is conveniently located just off Spring Street on the Marta bus line, close to the Midtown and Art Center train stops.

Atlanta Midtown Campus Life

The Westwood College – Atlanta Midtown Campus offers many student activities, including:*

Portfolio show
Gaming tournaments
Perfect-attendance pizza parties
Westwood Idol contest
Fall Harvest Social and Dance

There are also on-campus clubs and services designed to enhance student life. Among them:

Art Students Association (ASA), offering events such as contests, field trips, guest speakers and critiques
Phi Beta Lambda, a business program-oriented student association
Criminal Justice Student Association, featuring a regular schedule of speakers on campus, plus field trips
Medical Assistant Student Association
Regular meetings, guest speakers and field trips provide opportunities for students to enhance their college experiences while completing their degree programs
Bulletin board
A valuable student guide to resources in the Atlanta area, including day care, head start programs, Marta Passes (transportation), employment opportunities and housing
Alpha Beta Kappa
During graduation ceremonies, this honor society recognizes the academic accomplishments of outstanding students from the Atlanta-Midtown campus.
Café in the lobby

At Westwood College, students can receive a career-focused education in a great location.

*More information on student activities can be found in the student services section of the course catalogs

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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.

Did You Know?

Our fast-track approach can help you earn your associate degree in as little as 17 months.

Westwood has prepared our Atlanta Midtown Campus graduates for careers with employers such as:*

Advanced Health and Rehab Center	IBM
Alpharetta Police Department	Insight Protection Services
Axam Roberts Legal Group	Medical Diagnostic Choices
Boys and Girls Clubs	Mental Health Comprehensive Services
Computer Generated Solutions	Progressive Community Healthcare
EPE Enterprise, Inc.	Sentinel
Fulton County Superior Court	Sidda Communications
Gwinnett County Department of Corrections	Tanner Clinic/Northwest Nephrology

*Westwood College must track the initial employers of its graduates for accreditation purposes. This list contains employers of Westwood College graduates from January 2009 to December 2010 and is not intended to represent an endorsement of Westwood College by the listed employers.

John Brooks

Faculty - School of Justice
Atlanta Midtown Campus

Adriane Holliman

Faculty - School of Healthcare
Atlanta Midtown Campus

Timothy Sherman

Faculty - School of Business
Atlanta Midtown Campus

Jane Davenport

Faculty - School of Design
Atlanta Midtown Campus

Lindsey Hawkins

Faculty - School of Design
Atlanta Midtown Campus

Westwood College announces the Westwood 100

Denver, Feb. 11, 2011 – Westwood College is pleased to announce the Westwood 100, Volume 1 – a collection of personal success stories from 100 Westwood College alumni. These Westwood 100 graduates proudly tell their stories of how they have transformed their lives and found a fulfilling career by obtaining their college degree.

Westwood College Students More Satisfied than Others Reports 2010 Noel-Levitz Survey

Westwood College today announced that its students are more satisfied with their college experience than their counterparts in a comparison group of almost 125 private four‐year colleges and universities. The independent student survey was performed by Noel‐Levitz, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in higher education research and strategic planning.

Westwood College takes education forums to SIEGE expo

School recognized for its efforts and involvement at Game Expo.

Westwood College Partners with Employers to Enrich Opportunities for Students and Graduates

Employers provide guidance through Program Advisory Committees

Westwood College suggests looking beyond the course catalog when considering colleges

Offering hands-on experience and access to industry leaders can prove to be invaluable to a student's education and eventual job search.

Westwood College names Bryan Gulebian president of its Atlanta Midtown campus

With nearly two decades of experience in higher education, Gulebian brings a diverse set of skills and experience with him.

Congratulations to 2010 PATH to Success Scholarships Winners!

Thanks to the more than 325 Westwood students who participated in the 2010 PATH to Success Scholarships competition. The focus of the annual scholastic award program is to reward students who are self-motivated, have a career plan and are taking steps to get a job in their field after college.

Westwood College Helps Veterans Combat The Rising Costs Of College Tuition Through The Yellow Ribbon Program

Program Closes the Gap between VA Benefits and the Actual Cost of Most Colleges

Westwood College Takes Immediate, Decisive Actions Following Senate Committee Hearing and GAO Investigation

Chief executive drives college to be a leader in the private-sector college industry by implementing new initiatives on compliance, transparency and the student experience.

Westwood College introduces Employment Pledge

Reinforces commitment to preparing students for future careers.

2009 Excellence in Education Awards: Honoring Our Outstanding Educators

Members of the Alta senior leadership team, campus presidents, deans and honorees gathered for a special ceremony in Denver on April 22 to recognize outstanding faculty members for their dedication to excellence. Our annual Excellence in Education awards honors top educators both at the campus and the national level in six categories: Community Service, Committee Service, Program Leadership, Faculty of the Year, Provost and Dean of the Year. Our winners embody the vision of the ideal educator, one who adds value through contributions not only to students, but also to the campus, the entire institution and the community.

Westwood College Introduces New And Updated Degree Programs To Help Launch Graduates Into In-Demand Industries

To help meet the needs of a fast-changing world, Westwood College (www.westwood.edu) has updated its Information Technology: Major in Cisco Network Systems program and is launching two new programs – Information Technology: Major in Computer Forensics and Paralegal. These new and updated programs are now available and prepare graduates to hit the ground running with job skills in growing fields.

Alta Colleges Inc. named to 2011 CIO 100 list

CIO magazine’s 24th annual CIO 100 awards recognize IT excellence

Westwood College offers tuition-free alumni retraining to graduates

School’s mission is to encourage lifelong learning.

Alta College honors top educators through excellence in education awards

Alta College, Inc., the parent company of Westwood College and Redstone College, announced today the winners of its annual Excellence in Education Awards. With these awards, three top educators are nationally recognized for their outstanding achievements and dedication to excellence both inside and outside of the classroom.

Westwood College Announces the 2011 PATH to Success Scholarship Program

Westwood College is proud to announce the 2011 PATH to Success Scholarships which honors the vision and commitment of Westwood students. The purpose of this scholarship is to reward students who are taking control of their future through dedicated career planning and action.