Fortis Institute
Fortis Institute is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Houston, TX. It offers 7 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page.
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Fortis Institute is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $16,264. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 46 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Fortis Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $16,264 | $1,037 | 46 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Sterile Processing Technology/Technician | $17,347 | $970 | 46 Hours | 9 Months | $14,770 |
| 3 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $19,577 | $1,852 | 64 Hours | 12 Months | $14,851 |
| 4 | Surgical Technology/Technologist | $33,680 | $1,381 | 91 Hours | 18 Months | $28,401 |
| 5 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $20,247 | $1,591 | 60 Hours | 12 Months | $16,730 |
| 6 | Medical/Health Management and Clinical Assistant/Specialist | $16,987 | $1,812 | 94 Hours | 9 Months | $12,295 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 295 students attended Fortis Institute in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 9 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 23 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 23 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 21 (full-time) and 23 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Fortis Institute is 61% and the retention rate is 80% at the school.
| Student Population | 295 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 61% |
| Number of Faculty | 32 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 23 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Fortis Institute is $16,264
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
70% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,903 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,264 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,037 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $12,150 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $7,200 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,903 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Fortis Institute offers 6 career programs for 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 175 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 6 | 0 | 175 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 175 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Fortis Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 175 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 33 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 33 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 142 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 21 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller | ✕ | 21 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 85 |
| Surgical Technology/Technologist | ✕ | 8 |
| Sterile Processing Technology/Technician | ✕ | 7 |
| Total | 175 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 295 students have enrolled into Fortis Institute. By gender, 79 male and 216 female students are attending the school.
There are 13 White (4.41%), 126 Black/African American (42.71%), 140 Hispanic (47.46%), 2 Asian (0.68%), and 152 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 295 | 79 | 216 |
| American Indian/Native American | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Asian | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 126 | 38 | 88 |
| Hispanic | 140 | 35 | 105 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| White | 13 | 3 | 10 |
| Two More | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Un-Known | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 450 N Sam Houston Pkwy E Ste 200, Houston, TX
- 713-332-0062
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