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Keiser University-Ft Myers

Ft Myers, FL

private nonprofit

Quick Facts

Integritas, Veritas, Sapientia (Latin)("Purity, Truth, Wisdom")

1977
Founded
$24K
Tuition (In-State)
$24K
Tuition (Out-State)

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About Keiser University-Ft Myers

Keiser University-Ft Myers: Hands-on education for career success across Florida and beyond.

Keiser University-Ft Myers is part of a dynamic private university system known for its practical, career-focused approach to higher education. Offering programs from undergraduate to doctorate levels, Keiser prepares students for in-demand professions through both traditional and online learning formats. Its institutional accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools underscores its commitment to academic quality.

The university's journey began in 1977 as The Keiser School, founded by Arthur and Evelyn Keiser with a vision to train students for Florida's expanding business and healthcare sectors. Over the decades, it evolved through various names—Keiser Institute of Technology, Keiser College—expanding its offerings to include associate, bachelor's, and eventually graduate and doctoral degrees. This growth culminated in its transformation into Keiser University in 2006, reflecting its comprehensive academic scope.

A significant milestone in Keiser's history was its transition in 2011 from a for-profit institution to a non-profit model, reinforcing its educational mission. The university further expanded its footprint in 2015 with a 100-acre flagship residential campus in West Palm Beach, aiming to provide a more traditional collegiate experience. Students at Keiser University-Ft Myers benefit from a network that emphasizes real-world skills, professional preparation, and flexible learning options, whether they're pursuing studies in fields like business, healthcare, or its notable College of Chiropractic Medicine.

Key Highlights

  • Established in 1977, offering nearly five decades of educational experience.
  • Institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
  • Offers a wide range of programs: undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate degrees.
  • Delivers education through both traditional on-campus and online formats.
  • Transitioned to a non-profit university model in 2011.
  • Launched the first College of Chiropractic Medicine program in South Florida in 2016.
  • Educated 19,510 students (fall 2018), including 17,892 undergraduates and 1,618 postgraduates.

Timeline

1977
Founded as The Keiser School in Fort Lauderdale.
1982
Renamed Keiser Institute of Technology with new paralegal and computer programs.
1986
Became Keiser College, awarding associate degrees.
2001
Introduced its first bachelor's degree programs.
2006
Changed name to Keiser University.
2011
Switched from a for-profit to a non-profit university model.
2015
Added a 100-acre flagship residential campus in West Palm Beach.
2016
Launched the new College of Chiropractic Medicine, the first in South Florida.
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49 Years
of Excellence

Schools & Colleges

1 notable schools within Keiser University-Ft Myers

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College of Chiropractic Medicine

Launched in 2016, this was the first program of its kind in South Florida.

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