Below Average

Score: 44/100

Cortiva Institute

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Linthicum, Maryland 21090

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

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: 65%

Outcomes

53/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

43/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

25/100

Quick Stats

251

Total Enrollment

65%

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

23.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Cortiva Institute Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $440,278
Avg rent near campus: $1,842/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 21223 (17.6% cap, Baltimore)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

69%

Receive Any Aid

58%

Receive Pell Grants

61%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 217 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 49 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cortiva Institute's top programs commonly pursue.

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 289,600 jobs

Massage therapists

$58k/yr 168,000 jobs

Student Demographics

251

Total Students

92%

Women

29%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 14%

Hispanic 10%

Black 68%

Asian 5%

Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 29%

25-64 (Adult) 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cortiva Institute?

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 Cortiva Institute?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Cortiva Institute?

The graduation rate at Cortiva Institute is 65%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Cortiva Institute a good school?

Cortiva Institute has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Cortiva Institute?

Cortiva Institute has a total enrollment of 251 students.

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