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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. 
 
  • 12 associate degrees
  • 11 bachelor’s degrees
  • 8 graduate degrees
  • 17 online degrees
  • English as a second language
  • Lifelong learning classes at the Frances Pew Hayes Center for Lifelong Learning  
  • Kenneth Oscar 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.
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 wins NAACP Award >

 
Hodges University has been awarded the 2008 Equity and Diversity Award by the Collier County chapter of the NAACP.  The award was presented at the annual Freedom Fund dinner and ceremony held recently.

The award is presented to an organization or company that is known for having a welcoming environment, a diverse workplace, family-friendly orientation and evidence of contributing to the community by enhancing diversity and equity in all aspects of its operations.  Hodges was praised for its continued growth in minority students, its diverse student body and staff, as well as the planning and execution of an annual Diversity festival.

"It is a great honor to receive this award from an organization that consists of people from all walks of life whose vision is a world of unity, justice and freedom for everyone,” said Dr. Terry McMahan, President of Hodges University.  “We are proud to share in their vision and we support diversity in our area as we strive to deliver educational opportunities for all members of our community.”

Hodges recently reported a 31% minority student population for the fall 2008 term, up from 25% in 2007.  For more information about Hodges University, phone (239) 513-1122.
 

Hodges University has been awarded the 2008 Equity and Diversity Award by the Collier County chapter of the NAACP. The award was presented at the annual Freedom Fund dinner and ceremony held recently.

 
 
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