Fortis College-Norfolk
- Graduation Rate
- 31% F
- Lower completion rate than most colleges
- Earnings (10yr)
- $32,754 D+
- Below average for college graduates
- Net Price
- $24,764 D
- 45% more than the typical college
- Enrollment
- 399
Bottom line: A D overall grade — outcomes trail most U.S. colleges. 8.4× return on investment — every $1 spent returns $8.4 over 20 years.
Every $1 spent returns $8.4 over 20 years — debt pays back in ~under a year. Net gain: $732,278.
What The Data Says
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A D overall — outcomes trail most U.S. colleges on measured metrics.
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Graduate earnings fall 20% below the national college median.
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Graduation of 31% — 45% below the national average.
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Every $1 invested returns $8.4 over 20 years — an exceptional return.
About Fortis College-Norfolk
Fortis College-Norfolk 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
- 399
- Setting
- Urban
- Primary Strengths
- Health Professions, Mechanic & Repair Tech
Why students choose Fortis College-Norfolk
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 $24,764 a year after grants and scholarships — 45% above the typical U.S. college. See net price by family income below.
See cost & aid →Earnings + debt
Graduates earn a median of $32,754 ten years after enrolling — 20% below the typical college, against $9,500 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
Fortis College-Norfolk serves students eager to jump into practical fields like health professions and mechanic and repair technology. With an enrollment of around 399, it’s a smaller community where students can expect more personalized attention. The focus here is on hands-on learning, which can be a game-changer for those who thrive in active, applied environments.
Looking at what happens after graduation, students can expect to earn around $32,754 within a decade of finishing their programs. That’s a decent starting point, especially when you consider the affordable pathway this school offers. Many students benefit from financial aid, with 78% receiving Pell Grants, which can significantly ease the burden as they transition into the workforce.
When it comes to the financial side, the net price after aid hovers around $24,764, making it relatively accessible for many. Graduates typically carry a median debt of $9,500, which is manageable compared to their earnings potential. This environment tends to suit those who are motivated and ready to tackle their careers head-on, making it a fitting choice for practical-minded students.
Can I Get In?
How selective Fortis College-Norfolk is — and how your numbers stack up.
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Academics & Admissions
Is It Hard to Get Into Fortis College-Norfolk? Acceptance Rate & Requirements
Fortis College-Norfolk, located in Norfolk, Virginia, enrolls students across a range of programs. The graduation rate is roughly 31%.
- Retention Rate
- 35%
- Full-Time Faculty
- 27%
- Faculty Salary (mo)
- $6,977
- Student–Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Diversity Index
- 0.34
- First-Gen Students
- 53%
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-Norfolk? Tuition, Net Price & Aid
Published tuition at Fortis College-Norfolk is $14,801, 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 $24,764. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $24,616 after need-based grants. The median graduate leaves with about $9,500 in federal student loans.
- In-State Tuition
- $14,801
- Out-of-State
- $14,801
- Avg Net Price
- $24,764
- Median Debt
- $9,500
- Pell Grant Rate
- 78%
- Federal Loan Rate
- 73%
What Families Actually Pay
- Family Income $0–$30K
- $24,616
- Family Income $30K–$48K
- $24,829
- Family Income $48K–$75K
- $25,136
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-Norfolk — 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-Norfolk Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI
Ten years out, alumni of Fortis College-Norfolk report median earnings of $32,754, a figure worth comparing against the cost of attendance before enrolling.
- 6 Years After Entry
- $27,043
- 8 Years
- $28,875
- 10 Years
- $32,754
- Debt-to-Earnings
- 0.29x
- Earning > $25K
- 24%
Earnings Trajectory
Graduation by Timeframe
- 100% (35)
- 25%
- 100% (35)
- 25%
- 100% (35)
- 25%
- 100% (35)
- 25%
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-Norfolk Worth It?
A data-driven look at the return on your educational investment — using real federal data.
Yes — for most students, Fortis College-Norfolk delivers a positive return. Over four years, the typical net price is $24,764/year ($99,056 total). Graduates earn $32,754 at ten years, and over a 20-year career we project $831,334 in total earnings — a net gain of $732,278 (8.4× your investment). The median debt is $9,500, which takes less than a year to pay back at typical earnings. With a 31% graduation rate, the path to that return is well-tested. This is a exceptional ROI compared to national averages.
- Total Cost (4yr)
- $99,056
- Projected 20yr Earnings
- $831,334
- Net Return
- $732,278
- ROI Multiple
- 8.4×
- Cost Per Year
- $24,764
- Median Debt
- $9,500
- Debt Payback
- Less than 1 yr
- Graduation Rate
- 31%
Does It Change Lives?
Mobility, social capital, and innovation — does it move people up?
Top Programs
The fields Fortis College-Norfolk 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 98% $79,710 early-career
- Mechanic & Repair Tech 2% $30,455 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-Norfolk'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-Norfolk? Acceptance Rate & Requirements
Fortis College-Norfolk, located in Norfolk, Virginia, enrolls students across a range of programs. The graduation rate is roughly 31%.
How Much Does It Cost to Attend Fortis College-Norfolk? Tuition, Net Price & Aid
Published tuition at Fortis College-Norfolk is $14,801, 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 $24,764. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $24,616 after need-based grants. The median graduate leaves with about $9,500 in federal student loans.
Is Fortis College-Norfolk Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI
Ten years out, alumni of Fortis College-Norfolk report median earnings of $32,754, a figure worth comparing against the cost of attendance before enrolling.
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