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Fort Myers Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Fort Myers

There are at least 7 colleges in Fort Myers, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 22,137 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 15,831 full-time students, and a reported 1,953 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Edison College and Florida Gulf Coast University.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Florida Colleges.

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  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers.

Fort Myers QuickSchools™

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Rasmussen College
Fort Myers, Florida

Offers career training and degree programs in allied health, business, justice studies, nursing, education, and technology. Located at 13 campuses across the U.S.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Family And Social Work, Law, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma
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Southwest Florida College
Fort Myers, Florida

Choose from a long list of accredited programs that prepare students for successful and rewarding careers. Campuses in Tampa and Fort Myers.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma
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Fort Myers Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

Edison College
8099 College Pky SW
Fort Myers, Florida 33919-0000

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, EMT paramedic, fire protection tech, criminal justice and administration, radiation therapist, respiratory care tech, computer services management.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 11,369 students, 6,931 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Heritage Institute-Ft Myers
6811 Palisades Park Ct
Fort Myers, Florida 33912

  • Programs: massage therapy, aesthetician and skin care, health and fitness, allied health and medical assisting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 494 students, 494 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Lee County High Tech Center Central
3800 Michigan Ave
Fort Myers, Florida 33916-2204

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, marine mechanic, cosmetology, automobile mechanics, architectural drafting, electrician, autobody repair.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 695 students, 548 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Sunstate Academy
2418 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, Florida 33907

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, barber, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 240 students, 202 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Florida Gulf Coast University
10501 Fgcu Blvd S
Fort Myers, Florida 33965-6565

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business management, elementary school teaching, registered nursing, criminal justice and safety, accounting, marketing, social work.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 9,339 students, 7,656 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,953 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-550. Math: 470-560.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

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Cape Coral Colleges1102,286272 

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