Fortis College-Columbia

Columbia, SC · Private for-profit · Associate degree-granting

Fortis College-Columbia is a private for-profit institution in Columbia, South Carolina, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. With 582 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $36,368 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. In terms of completion, the graduation rate is 39.2%. Regarding affordability, median graduate debt is $12,547, yielding an earnings-to-debt ratio of 2.9x. The average net price after financial aid is $20,404 per year. The most popular programs include Registered Nursing, Allied Health & Medical Assisting, Dental Support Services, and Heating & Air Conditioning.

Key Outcomes

Median Earnings (10yr)
$36,368
Graduation Rate
39.2%
Median Debt
$12,547
Average Net Price
$20,404
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
1.78x
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio
2.9x

Admissions & Enrollment

Total Enrollment
582
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
66.0%

Cost

In-State Tuition
$14,777
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,777
Pell Grant Rate
77.2%
Federal Loan Rate
72.3%

Net Cost by Family Income

Income $0–$30K
$19,599
Income $30K–$48K
$20,526
Income $48K–$75K
$23,866

Student Demographics

Women
72.7%
White
12.7%
Black
79.7%
Hispanic
4.3%
Asian
0.3%
Two or More Races
2.2%

Student Loan Performance

Repayment Rate (3yr)
23.7%

Accreditations

Programs (4)

Associate (1)

Program Median Earnings Completers
Registered Nursing $80,337 48

Undergraduate Certificate (3)

Program Median Earnings Completers
Allied Health & Medical Assisting $35,098 44
Dental Support Services $33,008 41
Heating & Air Conditioning $46,867 40

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