School Highlights
Fortis College-Columbus serves 904 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,641
- Acceptance Rate: 65%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Fortis College-Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Fortis College-Columbus
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
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
93 staff
93 staff
Student Body
The student population of Fortis College-Columbus has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Fortis College-Columbus diversity score of 0.63 is more than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
904 students
599 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
904 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
130 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
904 students
306 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
2%
% Asian
49%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
2%
7%
% White
4%
4%
% Hawaiian
35%
64%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4251%
0.5417%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,700
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $14,641 is more than the state average of $13,652. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,641
$13,652
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,139
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,500
Acceptance Rate
65%
85%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
475
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fortis College-Columbus cost?
Fortis College-Columbus's private state tuition is approximately $14,641.
What is the acceptance rate of Fortis College-Columbus?
The acceptance rate of Fortis College-Columbus is 65%, which is lower than the state average of 85%.
What is Fortis College-Columbus's ranking?
Fortis College-Columbus ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Fortis College-Columbus located?
Fortis College-Columbus is located in the Sunbury Woods Center neighborhood of Westerville, OH. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Sunbury Woods Center.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Fortis College-Columbus is Hondros College of Nursing (0.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Students
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4140 Executive Parkway
Westerville, OH 43081
(855) 906-8773
Westerville, OH 43081
(855) 906-8773
0.1 miles
| 2,541 students
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Private for-profit
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Westerville, OH 43082
(919) 813-6266
Westerville, OH 43082
(919) 813-6266
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| 2,397 students
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(614) 868-1015
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(614) 868-1015
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