INTRODUCTION
This Handbook represents current information, requirements, and policies of Hodges University at the time the text in the Handbook was prepared. The provisions of this Handbook do not constitute an offer for a contract that may be accepted by students through registration and enrollment. The Student Handbook is in effect until the next edition is published or updates are otherwise made available. Students are advised, however, that the University, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to alter any policy when necessary to preserve the welfare of its students, personnel, and/or Hodges University at any time with or without notice to the student.
Changes in University policies and guidelines will take precedence over information described in the Student Handbook, effective on the date the change is adopted, or on the date specified in the change. It is the individual student’s responsibility to inform themselves about University matters. Failure to read the Student Handbook does not excuse students from the rules, policies, and procedures contained in it. Please consult the current Hodges University Catalog which contains other information and expectations pertaining to student obligations.
ABOUT HODGES UNIVERSITY
Hodges University, a regionally accredited, private nonprofit institution founded in 1990, prepares students to leverage higher learning in their personal, professional, and civic endeavors. With over 10,000 graduates, Hodges is recognized for developing programs that are uniquely designed and delivered to serve a diverse adult learner population. Hodges provides flexible day, evening, and online classes taught by world-class faculty for undergraduate and graduate degrees. There are five schools that comprise Hodges University: Fisher School of Technology, Johnson School of Business, Nichols School of Professional Studies, School of Health Sciences and School of General Studies. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, bachelors, and master’s degrees, in addition to professional certifications. Hodges University has been recognized locally, regionally and nationally for program excellence. This includes many of the online degree programs being nationally ranked for excellence and affordability. Hodges University
is ranked in Florida’s top three safest campuses, and in the top three percent nationally. Additionally, Hodges University is one of only a few in the state of Florida named a Gold Military Friendly School. Scholarships, internships and articulated credit award opportunities are available for students. Hodges University develops and implements programs of study that will prepare its socioeconomically and ethnically diverse student body to fill the workforce needs of the local community and to become contributing members to the growth of the Southwest Florida region. In addition to its undergraduate and graduate degree programs of study, Hodges University facilitates a comprehensive English as a Second Language (ESL) program, which offers English language immersion to non-native speakers of English who want to increase their fluency. This intensive program is designed to enhance students’ existing knowledge, training and job skills; further their ability to communicate in English; and allow them an opportunity to pursue employment opportunities in the United States.
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