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 2025 tuition and fees is $16,669. 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 | $16,669 | $994 | 46 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Sterile Processing Technology/Technician | $17,776 | $948 | 46 Hours | 9 Months | $14,770 |
| 3 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $19,861 | $1,793 | 64 Hours | 12 Months | $14,851 |
| 4 | Surgical Technology/Technologist | $35,045 | $1,364 | 91 Hours | 18 Months | $28,401 |
| 5 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $20,723 | $1,441 | 60 Hours | 12 Months | $16,730 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 422 students attended Fortis Institute in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 9 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 22 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 22 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 23 (full-time) and 23 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Fortis Institute is 67% and the retention rate is 73% at the school.
| Student Population | 422 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 67% |
| Number of Faculty | 31 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 22 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Fortis Institute is $16,669
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
79% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,998 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,669 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $994 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $14,850 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $9,000 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,998 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Fortis Institute offers 6 career programs for 2 Years Certificate, 4 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, 220 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 5 | 0 | 208 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 12 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 220 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Fortis Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 220 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 208 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 12 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 36 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 36 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 172 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 15 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller | ✕ | 1 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 93 |
| Sterile Processing Technology/Technician | ✕ | 63 |
| Total | 208 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 12 completers |
| Surgical Technology/Technologist | ✕ | 12 |
| Total | 12 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 422 students have enrolled into Fortis Institute. By gender, 130 male and 292 female students are attending the school.
There are 22 White (5.21%), 257 Black/African American (60.90%), 126 Hispanic (29.86%), 4 Asian (0.95%), and 138 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 422 | 130 | 292 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 257 | 81 | 176 |
| Hispanic | 126 | 35 | 91 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White | 22 | 6 | 16 |
| Two More | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Un-Known | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 450 N Sam Houston Pkwy E Ste 200, Houston, TX
- 713-332-0062
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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