D
Below Average
Score: 41/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

Fortis College-Salt Lake City

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Salt Lake City, Utah 84107
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: 42%
Outcomes
C
53/100
Affordability
D
40/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
35/100
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

371
Total Enrollment
42%
Graduation Rate
66%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$34,509
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,226
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,000
Median debt at graduation
59.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
60.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 26th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (UT wage index 1.11). 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-Salt Lake City

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)$37,139$50,471+5%#97 of 226#134$13,000
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$25,883$33,718-2%#369 of 637#490$9,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$25,255$32,327-4%#223 of 332#271$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-Salt Lake City Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $505,217
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,405/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 84129 (2.8% cap, Taylorsville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $12,928 $12,928

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
75%
Receive Pell Grants
68%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

371
Total Students
75%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Hispanic 23%
Black 4%
Asian 19%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 49%
Hybrid (Some Online) 51%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Fortis College-Salt Lake City?
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-Salt Lake City?
Tuition at Fortis College-Salt Lake City is $12,928 for in-state students and $12,928 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Fortis College-Salt Lake City?
The graduation rate at Fortis College-Salt Lake City is 42%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Fortis College-Salt Lake City a good school?
Fortis College-Salt Lake City has a Repit College Score of 41/100 (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 College-Salt Lake City?
Fortis College-Salt Lake City has a total enrollment of 371 students.

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