School Highlights
Fortis Institute-Scranton serves 297 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Private-state tuition: $27,160
- Acceptance Rate: 75%
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 56%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Fortis Institute-Scranton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Fortis Institute-Scranton
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
35 staff
59 staff
Student Body
The student population of Fortis Institute-Scranton has grown by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Fortis Institute-Scranton diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 31% over five years.
Total Enrollment
297 students
461 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
297 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
32 students
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
297 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
297 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
32 students
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
5%
% Hispanic
17%
11%
% Black
15%
15%
% White
44%
52%
% Hawaiian
16%
3%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
10%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
43%
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$21,800
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $27,160 is more than the state average of $17,231. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$27,160
$17,231
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,916
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,111
$6,260
Acceptance Rate
75%
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
470
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boar
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Smith - Nobel Prize in Medicine - 2005 -
- Jane Doe - Olympic Gold Medalist - 2010 -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fortis Institute-Scranton cost?
Fortis Institute-Scranton's private state tuition is approximately $27,160.
What schools are Fortis Institute-Scranton often compared to?
Fortis Institute-Scrantonis often viewed alongside schools like Lackawanna College, Johnson College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Fortis Institute-Scranton?
The acceptance rate of Fortis Institute-Scranton is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 78%.
Who are famous alumni from Fortis Institute-Scranton?
Fortis Institute-Scranton famous alumni include: John Smith - Nobel Prize in Medicine - 2005 and Jane Doe - Olympic Gold Medalist - 2010.
What is Fortis Institute-Scranton's ranking?
Fortis Institute-Scranton ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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