D
Below Average
Score: 38/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
60/100 · earnings-weighted

Fortis College-Cincinnati

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
ℹ️
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: 41%
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
D
37/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
F
27/100
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

403
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$36,368
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,189
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,547
Median debt at graduation
49.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
81.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 35% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 69th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). 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 College-Cincinnati

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
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$49,956$63,504+13%#199 of 757#123$19,000
Precision Metal Working$31,899$47,340-3%#197 of 365#167$13,000
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$35,785$46,867-3%#127 of 226#110$13,000
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$27,198$35,098+2%#302 of 637#210$9,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$24,564$33,008-2%#195 of 332#152$13,000

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 College-Cincinnati Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $251,290
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,820/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45216 (7.6% cap, Cincinnati)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $14,071 $14,071

Financial Aid

89%
Receive Any Aid
83%
Receive Pell Grants
77%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

403
Total Students
71%
Women
29%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 21%
Hispanic 3%
Black 66%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 26%
Hybrid (Some Online) 74%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 29%
25-64 (Adult) 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Fortis College-Cincinnati?
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 College-Cincinnati?
Tuition at Fortis College-Cincinnati is $14,071 for in-state students and $14,071 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Fortis College-Cincinnati?
The graduation rate at Fortis College-Cincinnati is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Fortis College-Cincinnati a good school?
Fortis College-Cincinnati 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 (F): 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 College-Cincinnati?
Fortis College-Cincinnati has a total enrollment of 403 students.

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