Fortis Institute-Scranton
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 71% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Fortis Institute-Scranton is a private for-profit institution located in Scranton, Pennsylvania with approximately 372 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $20,186 per year. The graduation rate is 46%, and the typical graduate earns $23,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: graduates earn a median of $23,600 ten years out, which is modest pay for the $24,235 per year you'd spend attending. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $8,063, suggesting students aren't leaving buried in loans — but that only matters if the career outcomes in your specific program justify the cost, so push the admissions office hard for field-specific placement and earnings data before committing.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 14% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (372 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fortis Institute-Scranton cost?
The average net price at Fortis Institute-Scranton is about $20,186 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-Scranton?
Fortis Institute-Scranton has a graduation rate of 46%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
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.
- 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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