D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
40/100 · earnings-weighted

Fortis Institute-Scranton

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Scranton, Pennsylvania 18509
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: 47%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
D
42/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
F
25/100
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

205
Total Enrollment
47%
Graduation Rate
55%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$30,224
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,301
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
46%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
71.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 34th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). 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-Scranton

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
Ground Transportation$46,797$58,249+12%#18 of 103#24$6,333
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$30,823$40,488-16%#194 of 226#196$8,338
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions—$34,967-39%#286 of 290#284—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$26,082$32,973-4%#412 of 637#422$9,500
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$23,275$23,466-21%#178 of 199#179$9,500

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-Scranton Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $223,086
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,258/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 18517 (7.1% cap, Taylor)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $14,237 $14,237

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
87%
Receive Pell Grants
92%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

205
Total Students
92%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 20%
Black 19%
Asian 5%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 20%
Hybrid (Some Online) 80%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Fortis Institute-Scranton?
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-Scranton?
Tuition at Fortis Institute-Scranton is $14,237 for in-state students and $14,237 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Fortis Institute-Scranton?
The graduation rate at Fortis Institute-Scranton is 47%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Fortis Institute-Scranton a good school?
Fortis Institute-Scranton has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): 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 Institute-Scranton?
Fortis Institute-Scranton has a total enrollment of 205 students.

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