Apollo College was founded in 1976 in Phoenix, Arizona and opened a second campus (Westside) in the same city in 1995. Since that time, the college has amplified to a total of 9 campus sites located throughout the western United States. Except of the two Phoenix campuses, Apollo also has sites located in Arizona (Mesa, Tucson), Oregon (Portland), Nevada (Las Vegas), New Mexico (Albuquerque), Washington (Spokane), and Idaho (Boise).

The College offers degree and diploma programs in health care, dental, and veterinary career fields. Lately, the institution has introduce degree and certificate programs in the rapidly expanding field of information technology.  As a recognized leader in private health care education, Apollo College prepares its students for a rewarding career in dental assisting, massage therapy, medical assisting, medical billing and coding, and more.

For years from the beginning, Apollo College has been dedicated to preparing students for a brighter future with focused, career-relevant education.

Faculty
College faculty is a team of experienced professionals, who share the knowledge and expertise they've gained through years of practice in the medical field. Faculty create an atmosphere for students to obtain the best practical, hands-on experience, and stimulate them to learn by doing in lab work, classroom exercises and clinical practice. Moreover, curriculum and facilities are constantly updated to ensure that students receive the skills and training they need to be successful in their work environments.

As for the students – they come from all different places and backgrounds, each bringing unique experiences and setting individual goals for the future. The variety of our students enhances the learning environment by promoting a wide range of perspectives and insights, all contributing to the educational experience. 

Admissions
To be accepted, the following criterion must be met:  completion of application for enrollment ; high school diploma or GED (Degree programs) ; high school diploma or GED or pass an approved Ability to Benefit (ATB) Test (Diploma program) ; payment of an application fee ; evaluation and acceptance of the completed application by the Campus Director upon confirming that the prospective student has successfully met all academic requirements as well as personal qualifications for success in the program. 

Financial Aid
Apollo College is accredited by ABHES, acknowledged by the United States Government as an official National accrediting organization. Thus, its students that qualify for financial assistance can apply for all of the same federal grants and loans that they would qualify for if they applied to any chief university.