Hodges University
Hodges University at a Glance
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Hodges University Featured Rankings
- #5 Best Online Bachelor's in Cybersecurity in Florida
- #10 Online Associate in Graphic Design
- #11 1 Year Online Associate Programs
- #13 Best Online Associate Degree Programs in Florida
- #17 Online Bachelor’s in Network Administration
- #17 Online Associate in Paralegal Studies
- #20 Florida's Best Online Master's Degrees
- #20 Best Online MBAs Florida
- #22 Small Colleges in Florida 2026
- #23 Private Colleges in Florida
- #25 Best Affordable Colleges in Florida 2026
- #26 Online Colleges in Florida
- #30 Liberal Arts Colleges in Florida 2026
- #45 Online Master’s in Counseling
About Hodges University
According to Wikipedia, Hodges University is a private university in Fort Myers, Florida. Founded in 1990 in Naples as International College, it was renamed Hodges University in 2007 in recognition of a $12 million donation from local residents Earl and Thelma Hodges. In August 2023, citing declining enrollment and ensuing financial challenges, Hodges University announced plans to close permanently by the end of August 2024.
Hodges University's Online Degrees
AA in Digital Design And Graphics
- Required Credits: 60
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in Graphic Design Production
- Required Credits: 9
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in E-Business Software
- Required Credits: 24
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in E-Business Ventures
- Required Credits: 21
- Format: Fully online
BS in Marketing / Professional Sales
- Required Credits: 120
- Format: Fully online
AS in Computer Information Technology
- Required Credits: 60
- Format: Fully online
BS in Computer Information Technology
- Required Credits: 120
- Format: Fully online
BS in Cybersecurity / Networking
- Required Credits: 120
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in Database Management
- Required Credits: 18
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in Help Desk Support
- Required Credits: 18
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in Information Technology Support
- Required Credits: 24
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in Network Specialist
- Required Credits: 24
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in Ediscovery / Litigation
- Required Credits: 15
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
- Required Credits: 18
- Format: Fully online
MS in Applied Positive Psychology
- Required Credits: 30
- Format: Fully online
Certificate in Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Leadership
- Required Credits: 12
- Format: Fully online
BS in Interdisciplinary Studies
- Required Credits: 120
- Format: Fully online
AS in Professional Communication
- Required Credits: 60
- Format: Fully online
AS in Physical Therapist Assistant
- Required Credits: 60
- Format: Fully online
BS in Health Sciences Administration
- Required Credits: 120
- Format: Fully online
AS in Healthcare Office Administration
- Required Credits: 60
- Format: Fully online
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Required Credits: 60
- Format: Fully online
Hodges University Admissions, Retention, and Graduation Information
| Retention Rate | Graduation Rate |
|---|---|
| 29% | 20% |
Source: U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and NCES); acceptance rate for fall 2024; test scores for fall 2024; applications and enrollment for fall 2023; retention for students who started in fall 2023; graduation rate within six years for students who started in 2019.
How Much Does Hodges University Cost To Attend?
| Tuition and fees (in-state) |
|---|
| $15,500 |
| Income | Average Net Cost |
|---|---|
| 0 - 30K | $18,347 |
| 30K - 48K | $17,247 |
| 48K - 75K | $13,825 |
| 75K - 110K | $22,539 |
| 110K+ | $22,539 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and NCES); tuition and fees for 2022–23; net price for 2024–25, for first-time, full-time students receiving financial aid.
Hodges University's Demographics
Students enrolled at any time during the 2023–24 school year, including part-time and online students.
| Student Body | Under-Grads | Graduates |
|---|---|---|
| 776 | 607 | 169 |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics; 12-month enrollment for 2023–24.
Where is Hodges University?
Hodges University is located at 4501 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33966.
How Safe is Hodges University?
Fort Myers has a violent crime rate of 1.24% and a property (including theft) crime rate of 2.82%. Sources: city: FBI Crime Data Explorer, offenses reported to the city police in 2024.
What Is Hodges University Known For?
Hodges University is known for its academic work in the following disciplines:
Hodges University's Top Areas of Influence With Degrees Offered
Each rank compares how much Hodges University's faculty and alumni have shaped a field with other schools, using Wikipedia, Wikidata and scholarly citation databases such as Crossref and Semantic Scholar. World and U.S. ranks reflect modern influence; the historical rank counts influence across all time. How we rank influence
Hodges University ranks #1099 in the U.S. and #2883 worldwide for influence in Psychology.
psychology DegreesHodges University ranks #1122 in the U.S. and #2857 worldwide for influence in Nursing.
nursing DegreesHodges University ranks #1139 in the U.S. and #3922 worldwide for influence in Medical.
medicine DegreesHodges University ranks #1163 in the U.S. and #2279 worldwide for influence in Criminal Justice.
criminal-justice DegreesHodges University ranks #1624 in the U.S. and #5830 worldwide for influence in Business.
business DegreesHodges University ranks #1739 in the U.S. and #6486 worldwide for influence in Communications.
communications DegreesHodges University ranks #2021 in the U.S. and #6589 worldwide for influence in Law.
Hodges University ranks #2232 in the U.S. and #8668 worldwide for influence in Computer Science.
computer-science DegreesHodges University ranks #2589 in the U.S. and #10881 worldwide for influence in Political Science.
political-science Degrees