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Founded in 1975, DeVry University, a vocational school, offers flexible scheduling and learning opportunities for students. It operates in its offices in more than 90 locations throughout the United States. The university provides associate s degree programs in accounting, electronics and computer technology, network systems, administration, and Web and graphic design. It also offers bachelor's degree programs related to business information systems, finance, and sales and marketing, as well as human resource, health services, hospitality, operations and security management. DeVry University also offers courses in the areas of clinical laboratory science, biomedical engineering technology, computer forensics, information systems security, systems analysis and integration, Web development and administration. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. The university is a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. It has a location in Philadelphia.

Founded in 1884, Temple University provides more than 300 academic degree programs for over 34,000 students in nearly eight campuses. The university offers various associate, bachelor s, master s and doctoral degree programs in horticulture, dentistry, law, medicine, pharmacy and podiatric medicine. Its academic curriculum includes accounting, advertising, art, history, biochemistry, biology, business administration, communications, economics, environmental science, geology, physics, information technology and mathematics. Temple University also offers a study abroad program in various countries, such as Rome, Tokyo, London, Beijing and Paris. Its Health Sciences Center features programs in podiatry, physical therapy and pharmaceuticals. The university has a library that maintains a collection of books, encyclopedias, periodicals and reference materials. Temple University is located in Philadelphia.