Florida Gulf Coast University
Bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs across business, engineering, health, education, arts and sciences, with NCAA athletics and substantial regional partnerships.
Official programs & admissions ↗EDUCATION AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
Higher Education in Lee County
Southwest Florida offers public universities, state-college pathways, technical training, private institutions and adult education for traditional students and working adults.
Florida SouthWestern State College
Associate and bachelor’s degrees, certificates, workforce programs and transfer pathways. The Lee Campus is the institution’s largest location.
Official programs & admissions ↗Cape Coral Technical College
Career-focused programs designed for workforce entry and advancement. Program length, admissions requirements and industry credentials vary.
Official programs & admissions ↗Fort Myers Technical College
Adult career and technical programs serving industries such as healthcare, skilled trades, technology, transportation and public service.
Official programs & admissions ↗Keiser University Fort Myers
Career-oriented associate through graduate programs. Tuition and program availability require direct confirmation.
Official programs & admissions ↗Nova Southeastern University
Regional campus with selected graduate and professional programs; offerings and delivery formats vary.
Official programs & admissions ↗Hodges University records
Hodges University ceased operations. Former students should use official state or institutional record instructions rather than treating it as an enrollment option.
Official programs & admissions ↗Adult & continuing education
School District adult education, workforce credentials, English-language learning and high-school equivalency options vary by center and term.
Official programs & admissions ↗CHOOSING A PROGRAM
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