Southwest Florida College

1685 Medical Lane, Fort Myers, FL, 33907-1108 - View a map of this school Map

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The mission of Southwest Florida College is to provide an education to men and women that will enable them to pursue successful careers and lead enriched lives....

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  • Southwest Florida College
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County Lee County, FL -
Title IV Eligible Yes Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level 4 or more years At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Private, non-profit Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 1,572 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 413 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 1,985 students 2,213 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 89% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 66% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,799 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 1% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $772 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 14% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $529 $1,146
% Students Receiving Loans 85% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $4,383 $3,129

School Notes:

  • With two campuses, one in Tampa and one in Ft. Myers, Southwest Florida College is a private, non-profit and accredited senior college. Southwest Florida College is a Florida career school that offers a future by helping you acquire the skills you need to be in demand in today's competitive workplace. Whether you want education and training for a new career or additional skills that will enhance your performance in your current career, Southwest Florida College's skilled team of professionals has tailored programs that are suited to meet your needs.
  • The College offers Associate degrees, diplomas or certificates in Accounting Technology, Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Information Technology Management, Criminal Justice, Graphic Design, Hospitality Management, Management and Marketing, Medical Administration, Medical Assisting, Medical Transcription, Microsoft® Network Engineer and Systems Administrator, Paralegal Studies, Pharmacy Technician, Surgical Technician, Technical Administration, Medical Records & Coding, Early Childhood Education and Network Security & Computer Forensics.
  • The College offers day, evening and weekend classes so that your training fits with your busy schedule. Learn at your convenience and at your own pace.
  • Southwest Florida College (Fort Myers and Tampa) is authorized to award Associate of Science degrees by the Commission for Independent Education Colleges and Universities, Department of Education Tallahassee, FL. Southwest Florida College is accredited as a Senior College by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).
  • Profile last updated: 07/24/2009.

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