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Fortis College-Norfolk

6300 Center Dr Bldg 22
Norfolk, VA 23502

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Tel: (757) 499-5447

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School Highlights

Fortis College-Norfolk serves 454 students (100% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.

Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.

Quick Stats (2024)

Enrollment: 454 students
Private-state tuition: $18,342
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
Minority enrollment: 78%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Fortis College-Norfolk

(VA) 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

Institution Control

Private for-profit

Public

Total Faculty

30 staff

129 staff

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Student Body

The student population of Fortis College-Norfolk has grown by 20% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.

The Fortis College-Norfolk diversity score of 0.60 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.

Total Enrollment

454 students

2,063 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

15:1

17:1

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# Full-Time Students

454 students

843 students

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# Part-Time Students

n/a

1,220 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

564 students

232 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

454 students

802 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

n/a

101 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

n/a

1,243 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

n/a

20 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

n/a

476 students

% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

% Hispanic

12%

% Black

58%

20%

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% White

22%

52%

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% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

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0.60

0.67

This chart displays the diversity score of Fortis College-Norfolk and the community college average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

56%

38%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

n/a

0.39%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$26,200

$29,600

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $18,342 is more than the state average of $15,590. The private state tuition has grown by 20% over four years.

Private State Tuition Fees

$18,342

$15,590

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

82%

85%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$9,661

$11,500

This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Fortis College-Norfolk and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Virginia by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.

Median Debt for Dropouts

$3,800

$5,500

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Acceptance Rate

100%

90%

This chart displays the percent admitted of Fortis College-Norfolk and the community college average percent admitted of Virginia by year, with the latest 2007-08 school year data.

Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fortis College-Norfolk cost?

Fortis College-Norfolk's private state tuition is approximately $18,342.

What schools are Fortis College-Norfolk often compared to?

Fortis College-Norfolkis often viewed alongside schools like Tidewater Community College, Centura College-Norfolk by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Fortis College-Norfolk?

The acceptance rate of Fortis College-Norfolk is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 90%.

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Quick Stats (2024)

Enrollment: 454 students
Private-state tuition: $18,342
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
Minority enrollment: 78%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Virginia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,748 per year for in-state students and $8,977 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,590 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Virginia is 72%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Virginia community colleges have a of 0.67, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Virginia is Northern Virginia Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.