Fortis College-Columbia
- Graduation Rate
- 39% D
- Lower completion rate than most colleges
- Earnings (10yr)
- $36,368 C-
- Below average for college graduates
- Net Price
- $20,404 C-
- 19% more than the typical college
- Enrollment
- 582
Bottom line: A D+ overall grade — outcomes trail most U.S. colleges. 9.9× return on investment — every $1 spent returns $9.9 over 20 years.
Every $1 spent returns $9.9 over 20 years — debt pays back in ~under a year. Net gain: $724,500.
What The Data Says
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A D+ overall — outcomes trail most U.S. colleges on measured metrics.
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Graduation of 39% — 31% below the national average.
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Every $1 invested returns $9.9 over 20 years — an exceptional return.
About Fortis College-Columbia
Fortis College-Columbia is profiled below with full outcomes data from federal sources.
Interpretation generated from this school's federal outcomes, research, and mobility data.
Institutional Profile
- Institution Type
- Private for-profit College
- Carnegie Class
- Associate's College
- Enrollment
- 582
- Setting
- Urban
- Primary Strengths
- Health Professions, Mechanic & Repair Tech
Why students choose Fortis College-Columbia
CollegeRanker Report Card
Graded on outcomes, against every U.S. college.
Each grade is this school's national percentile on a real outcome — earnings, value, mobility, and more.
How we grade →Admissions
This school does not report a competitive admit rate — most qualified applicants are admitted.
Check your odds →Net price + aid
Students pay about $20,404 a year after grants and scholarships — 19% above the typical U.S. college. See net price by family income below.
See cost & aid →Earnings + debt
Graduates earn a median of $36,368 ten years after enrolling — 11% below the typical college, against $12,547 in median debt.
See outcomes →Mobility + social capital
Mobility and social-capital data are limited for this school — see what's reported below.
See mobility →Overview
At Fortis College-Columbia, students are drawn to practical fields, particularly in Health Professions and Mechanic & Repair Tech. With an enrollment of 582, this school is a solid fit for those looking to enter the workforce quickly and gain hands-on experience in their chosen fields. The focus here is on career-oriented education that equips students with skills that employers are looking for.
After graduation, students can expect to earn an average of $36,368 within ten years. This figure underscores the potential for upward mobility, especially for those who engage fully in their studies and take advantage of available resources. The high percentage of Pell Grant recipients—77%—indicates a strong commitment to supporting students from diverse financial backgrounds, making education more accessible for those who need it most.
Looking at the financials, the net price after aid stands at $20,404, which is manageable compared to the median debt of $12,547. This means that many students can graduate with a manageable debt load, allowing them to focus on building their careers rather than being weighed down by financial stress. Those who thrive here are often those committed to their education and eager to enter the workforce without delay.
Can I Get In?
How selective Fortis College-Columbia is — and how your numbers stack up.
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Academics & Admissions
Is It Hard to Get Into Fortis College-Columbia? Acceptance Rate & Requirements
Fortis College-Columbia, located in Columbia, South Carolina, enrolls students across a range of programs. The graduation rate is roughly 39%.
- Retention Rate
- 66%
- Full-Time Faculty
- 18%
- Faculty Salary (mo)
- $6,090
- Student–Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Diversity Index
- 0.35
- First-Gen Students
- 56%
Can I Afford It?
What you'll actually pay after grants and aid — not the sticker price.
Cost & Financial Aid
How Much Does It Cost to Attend Fortis College-Columbia? Tuition, Net Price & Aid
Published tuition at Fortis College-Columbia is $14,777, but few families pay that. The number to watch is net price, what students actually pay each year after federal grants and institutional scholarships. Here it averages about $20,404. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $19,599 after need-based grants. The median graduate leaves with about $12,547 in federal student loans.
- In-State Tuition
- $14,777
- Out-of-State
- $14,777
- Avg Net Price
- $20,404
- Median Debt
- $12,547
- Pell Grant Rate
- 77%
- Federal Loan Rate
- 72%
What Families Actually Pay
- Family Income $0–$30K
- $19,599
- Family Income $30K–$48K
- $20,526
- Family Income $48K–$75K
- $23,866
What Happens After?
Earnings, debt, and where graduates actually land.
Students Like You
Tell us a little about yourself to see what students like you have typically experienced at Fortis College-Columbia — the net price for your income, your admission odds, and the outcomes that follow. These are patterns from federal data, not predictions.
Graduate Outcomes
Is Fortis College-Columbia Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI
Ten years out, alumni of Fortis College-Columbia report median earnings of $36,368, a figure worth comparing against the cost of attendance before enrolling.
- 6 Years After Entry
- $33,189
- 8 Years
- $34,896
- 10 Years
- $36,368
- Debt-to-Earnings
- 0.35x
- Earning > $25K
- 49%
Earnings Trajectory
Graduation by Timeframe
- 100% (32)
- 24%
- 100% (32)
- 24%
- 100% (32)
- 24%
- 100% (32)
- 24%
How Fortis Compares
Dot right of center = above national average.
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.
College ROI Calculator
Is Fortis College-Columbia Worth It?
A data-driven look at the return on your educational investment — using real federal data.
Yes — for most students, Fortis College-Columbia delivers a positive return. Over four years, the typical net price is $20,404/year ($81,616 total). Graduates earn $36,368 at ten years, and over a 20-year career we project $806,116 in total earnings — a net gain of $724,500 (9.9× your investment). The median debt is $12,547, which takes less than a year to pay back at typical earnings. With a 39% graduation rate, the path to that return is well-tested. This is a exceptional ROI compared to national averages.
- Total Cost (4yr)
- $81,616
- Projected 20yr Earnings
- $806,116
- Net Return
- $724,500
- ROI Multiple
- 9.9×
- Cost Per Year
- $20,404
- Median Debt
- $12,547
- Debt Payback
- Less than 1 yr
- Graduation Rate
- 39%
Does It Change Lives?
Mobility, social capital, and innovation — does it move people up?
Top Programs
The fields Fortis College-Columbia awards the most degrees in, by share of completions. Where federal field-of-study data exists, we show what graduates in that major earned early in their careers. Each links to its degree guide — or see what someone with your income, scores, and major would pay and earn here in the Students Like You simulator.
- Health Professions 70% $63,771 early-career
- Mechanic & Repair Tech 30% $35,702 early-career
Early-career median earnings by major (typically 1–2 years after completion, bachelor's level where available), in today's dollars (CPI-adjusted). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard field of study. Distinct from the school-wide 10-year median; suppressed for small programs.
Top Careers
Where these majors tend to lead — common career paths for Fortis College-Columbia's most popular programs, ranked by median pay with our proprietary scorecard insights.
- CPetroleum Engineer$135,690 · 2% growthResilient 72
- CAerospace Engineer$130,720 · 6% growthResilient 72
- B+Nurse Practitioner$129,480 · 40% growthResilient 96
- C-Nuclear Engineer$124,280 · 1% growthResilient 72
- C-Robotics Engineer$105,000 · 8% growthAdaptable 52
- CBiomedical Engineer$100,730 · 5% growthResilient 72
- CControls Engineer$100,000 · 5% growthResilient 72
- CMechanical Engineer$99,510 · 10% growthResilient 72
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It Hard to Get Into Fortis College-Columbia? Acceptance Rate & Requirements
Fortis College-Columbia, located in Columbia, South Carolina, enrolls students across a range of programs. The graduation rate is roughly 39%.
How Much Does It Cost to Attend Fortis College-Columbia? Tuition, Net Price & Aid
Published tuition at Fortis College-Columbia is $14,777, but few families pay that. The number to watch is net price, what students actually pay each year after federal grants and institutional scholarships. Here it averages about $20,404. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $19,599 after need-based grants. The median graduate leaves with about $12,547 in federal student loans.
Is Fortis College-Columbia Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI
Ten years out, alumni of Fortis College-Columbia report median earnings of $36,368, a figure worth comparing against the cost of attendance before enrolling.
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