D
Below Average
Score: 38/100

Fortis Institute-Birmingham

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Birmingham, Alabama 35211
🌐 www.fortis.edu/
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 36%
Outcomes
C
48/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Quick Stats

339
Total Enrollment
36%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Fortis Institute-Birmingham Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $76,101
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,423/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 35211 (14.6% cap, Birmingham)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $14,539 $14,539

Financial Aid

89%
Receive Any Aid
86%
Receive Pell Grants
79%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

339
Total Students
52%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 12%
Hispanic 6%
Black 77%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 65%
Hybrid (Some Online) 35%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Fortis Institute-Birmingham?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Fortis Institute-Birmingham?
Tuition at Fortis Institute-Birmingham is $14,539 for in-state students and $14,539 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Fortis Institute-Birmingham?
The graduation rate at Fortis Institute-Birmingham is 36%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Fortis Institute-Birmingham a good school?
Fortis Institute-Birmingham has a Repit College Score of 38/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Fortis Institute-Birmingham?
Fortis Institute-Birmingham has a total enrollment of 339 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology