Arlington, VA

Perhaps most famous as the home of both the Arlington National Cemetery and the Pentagon, Arlington is located adjacent to Washington DC in the northeastern corner of Virginia. Because of its proximity to the US capital, Arlington shares much of that city's historical and governmental significance, and therefore attracts visitors not only from across the US, but from around the world. Highly prized by residents are Arlington's many bike and pedestrian paths, which help to make it one of the most friendly cities in the nation to green commuters.

Education in Arlington

Marymount University is one of the more prominent colleges in Arlington, with undergrad and graduate programs in education, law, business and medical sciences. Other Arlington colleges include George Mason University's Arlington campus and a DeVry University campus, which offers programs in business administration, network and communication, and financial management. Near Arlington, colleges in the greater Washington DC area include George Washington University and Georgetown, both highly regarded research institutions. Finally, colleges in Arlington such as North Virginia Community College and Westwood College provide opportunities for online degrees and technical programs such as video game design, computer networking and criminal justice.

Career Opportunities in Arlington

Due to its proximity to Washington DC, the federal government provides jobs for many Arlington residents. Technical and professional jobs also make up a large portion of the career opportunities in Arlington, with the demand for network specialists and information technology professionals remaining high. Notably, Rosetta Stone, Ltd., a software manufacturer, is headquartered in Arlington. Arlington's unemployment rate is consistently below the national average.