F
Poor
Score: 34/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
51/100 · earnings-weighted

Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Lawrenceville, New Jersey 08648
ℹ️
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: 45%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
F
23/100
Experience
F
34/100
Prestige
F
17/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

305
Total Enrollment
45%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
38.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$36,920
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,479
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
53.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
79%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 26% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 50th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NJ wage index 1.30). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$34,064$49,332+2%#104 of 226#169$11,538
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$34,287$44,331+3%#25 of 46#36$8,851
Health and Medical Administrative Services$30,540$41,551+17%#87 of 496#262$10,678
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$27,871$37,129+8%#214 of 637#472$9,499
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$25,232$36,935+10%#100 of 332#233$11,250

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $475,108
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,655/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 08609 (7.0% cap, Trenton)

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🏆 Where Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
of 4 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
87%
Receive Pell Grants
91%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

305
Total Students
55%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 9%
Hispanic 9%
Black 56%
Asian 1%
Two or More 23%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 54%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville?
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-Lawrenceville?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville?
The graduation rate at Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville is 45%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville a good school?
Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville has a Repit College Score of 34/100 (Grade: F). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): 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 Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville?
Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville has a total enrollment of 305 students.

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