About Fort Myers, Florida

Situated on the shoreline of the Caloosahatchee River, Fort Myers has much to offer people of all ages. Built as one of the first military bases of operation during the Seminole Indian Wars, Fort Myers has evolved into a bustling community of 48,208 (2000 US Census) with continued growth.

Along with the scenic landscape, Fort Myers is filled with beaches, fishing and boating, historic homes, shops, and more than 50 golf courses. Commonly known as a tourist destination, the city contains many nature parks and recreational areas. Lakes Regional Park is a 279-acre haven of fresh water fishing, canoeing, swimming, kayaking, and playgrounds. One unique feature is the miniature railroad that takes passengers on a one and a half mile ride through a 109-foot tunnel, over bridges, around a lake, and through miniature villages.

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Employment opportunities in the city of Fort Myers continue to grow, and at Rasmussen College, our Career Services staff continuously places our graduates in respected positions throughout the area. Fort Myers' major employers include Lee Memorial Health System Foundation Inc, Southwest Florida Regional Medical Center Auxili, Miva Inc, Galloway Ford, Deep Field Technologies Inc, General Electric, and K Corp Lee Inc.

Other interesting facts:
  • Thomas Edison and Henry Ford had their winter estates in Fort Myers
  • Hammond Stadium in South Fort Myers is the spring training home of the Minnesota Twins
  • The Boston Red Sox hold their spring training at City of Palms Park, close to downtown Fort Myers
  • The Fort Myers area is home to more than 50 of Southwest Florida’s 130 public and private golf courses
  • The abandoned city scene from Dawn of the Dead was filmed in downtown Fort Myers
  • On average, it rains about 145 days out of the year in Fort Myers
  • The original military fort in Fort Myers was abandoned in 1858 and reoccupied by Federal troops during the Civil War from 1863-1865

If you have questions about our Fort Myers, FL campus, call (239) 477-2100 locally or nationwide toll free (866) 344-0229. Get the answers from people who live and work there.


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