Fortis College-Columbus
School Highlights
Fortis College-Columbus serves 1,042 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 28%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,641
- Acceptance Rate: 65%
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 58%
- 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 Resources
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 272% over five years.
Fortis College-Columbus
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
93 staff
91 staff
Student Body
The student population of Fortis College-Columbus has grown by 34% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Fortis College-Columbus diversity score of 0.66 is more than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,042 students
1,173 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,042 students
552 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
768 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
130 students
239 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,042 students
552 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
782 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
3 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
299 students
% Asian
6%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
5%
% Black
40%
12%
% White
42%
72%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
7%
5%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.46
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
1.18%
1.07%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.83%
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 $13,933. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,641
$13,933
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
89%
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: 2021 (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, Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Least debt for graduating students.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Fortis College-Columbus is Hondros College of Nursing (0.1 miles away)
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