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Fortis Institute-Cookeville

Cookeville, TN·Private for-profit·334 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 40%; for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 78% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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Accept
334
Students
$23,582
Net Price
39%
Grad Rate
$25,800
Earnings
10 yr
$13,000
Debt

About This School

Fortis Institute-Cookeville is a private for-profit institution located in Cookeville, Tennessee with approximately 334 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $23,582 per year. The graduation rate is 39%, and the typical graduate earns $25,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Remote town
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,941

Popular Programs

Health Professions82%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$15,120
Out-of-State Tuition
$15,120
Avg Net Price
$23,582
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants78%
Median debt at graduation$13,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
39%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$25,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$13,000
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$27,900
Female graduates$26,600

Gap: 5% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$13,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$25,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.0x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White83%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Two or more races2%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (334 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Fortis Institute-Cookeville

1025 Highway 111

Cookeville, TN 38501-4305

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fortis Institute-Cookeville cost?

The average net price at Fortis Institute-Cookeville is about $23,582 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Fortis Institute-Cookeville?

Fortis Institute-Cookeville has a graduation rate of 39%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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