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Founded in 1990 as International College, Hodges University has established itself as one of the premier private universities in the State of Florida. The name was changed to Hodges University in May, 2007 to honor a generous gift by Earl and Thelma Hodges, long-time residents of Naples and avid supporters of the institution.
 
Hodges University is Regionally accredited with the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. 
 
  • 13 associate degrees
  • 11 bachelor’s degrees
  • 8 graduate degrees
  • 19 online degrees
  • English as a second language
  • Lifelong learning classes at the Frances Pew Hayes Center for Lifelong Learning  
  • Johnson School of Business
  • School of Allied Health
  • School of Professional Studies
  • School of Technology
 
  • Naples, FL
  • Ft. Myers, FL
 
  • Immokalee Learning Site in the Jubilation Community
  • University Centers of Edison College in Lee and Charlotte counties
  • Pasco-Hernando Community College in New Port Richey, Brooksville and Dade City
  • Florida Keys Community College
  • South Florida Community College
Providing students with programs that prepare them for careers, Hodges believes in flexible class scheduling, allowing students to attend weekly classes that suit their busy lifestyles. The University also meets the needs of today’s students by offering a wide variety of academic delivery methods and student services, both on campus and in the distance education arena.

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Hodges University: By the Numbers
  • Approximately 2700 students enrolled
  • 75% of students attend full-time
  • Average class size of 15 students
  • 70 full-time faculty
  • 70 adjunct or part-time faculty
  • 38,008 library books and 50,000 eBooks
  • 70 electronic databases
  • 28 classrooms, labs, and conference rooms at each of the Naples and Fort Myers campuses
  • All classrooms have data projectors, Smartboards and Internet connectivity.
  • 287 employees, including administration, staff, and faculty, both full-time and adjunct 
  • 69% female
  • 31% male
  • Average age of 32
  • 33% Hispanic
  • 16% African American
  • 2% Foreign Students
  • Over 6,000 alumni

Hodges University Receives Diversity Award >

 
Lee Pitts, host of the “Lee Pitts Live” television program, has awarded its first “Diversity Excellence Award” to Hodges University. The award is given to an organization in our area that exemplifies a true commitment and appreciation for diversity within its structure and throughout our community. The award was presented to Hodges University President, Dr. Terry McMahan, and University benefactor Earl Hodges during a recent broadcast of the program, which airs locally on MyTV8 on Comcast cable. U.S. News & World Report recently recognized Hodges University as having one of the most diverse student populations among colleges in the South. On behalf of the University, McMahan reflected on the importance of diversity both at the school and in the community as a whole. “It is these values that make our community a better place to live and work for everyone, regardless of race, religion or creed,” he said. “In being recognized with this honor, it helps the University further our mission of fostering and encouraging cultural diversity.” Program host and producer Lee Pitts has great praise for the University and its diversity program. “Hodges University has been a leader in this area in its efforts to create a diverse higher education environment through its ongoing efforts to maintain a diverse student body, faculty, and curriculum.” said Pitts.
 

Lee Pitts, host of the “Lee Pitts Live” television program, has awarded its first “Diversity Excellence Award” to Hodges University. The award is given to an organization in our area that exemplifies a true commitment and appreciation for diversity within its structure and throughout our community.

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