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Fortis College-Columbia

Columbia, SCPrivate For-ProfitCity Setting
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N/A
Accept Rate
N/A
$20,404
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
582
Students
Small campus body
$33,189
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Fortis College-Columbia is a private for-profit institution located in the city setting of Columbia, SC. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 582 students and has an admission acceptance rate of N/A.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private For-Profit
Student Population
582 (Small)
Predominant Degree
Certificates
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT ReadingNot Reported
SAT MathNot Reported
ACT CompositeNot Reported
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A

Top Majors & Programs

Health Sciences73% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $80,337
Earnings 5yr: $75,709
Debt: $42,650
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $80,337
Earnings 5yr: $75,709
Debt: $42,650
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $63,504
Earnings 5yr: $52,884
Debt: $28,378
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $63,504
Earnings 5yr: $52,884
Debt: $28,378
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $54,955
Earnings 5yr: $50,560
Debt: $32,278
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $54,955
Earnings 5yr: $50,560
Debt: $32,278
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,706
Earnings 5yr: $32,123
Debt: $25,125
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,706
Earnings 5yr: $32,123
Debt: $25,125
Precision Metal Working.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $47,340
Earnings 5yr: $34,564
Debt: $13,000
Precision Metal Working.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $47,340
Earnings 5yr: $34,564
Debt: $13,000
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $46,867
Earnings 5yr: $43,961
Debt: $13,000
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $46,867
Earnings 5yr: $43,961
Debt: $13,000
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $43,627
Earnings 5yr: $42,664
Debt: $6,333
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $35,976
Earnings 5yr: $34,242
Debt: $13,940
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $35,976
Earnings 5yr: $34,242
Debt: $13,940
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $35,098
Earnings 5yr: $32,202
Debt: $10,263
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $33,008
Earnings 5yr: $27,731
Debt: $13,167
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $32,453
Earnings 5yr: $27,652
Debt: N/A
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $32,453
Earnings 5yr: $27,652
Debt: N/A
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $30,445
Earnings 5yr: $21,640
Debt: $7,600

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$20,404
In-State Tuition$14,777
Out-of-State Tuition$14,777
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

77%
Pell Grants
72%
Take Loans
24%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$33,189
+10% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$36,368

Completion Signals

43%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
66%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$103/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

26%
Men
74%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 26% men and 74% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
56%
Part-Time Share
0%
Avg Family Income
$20,871
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