School Highlights
Fortis College serves 327 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 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Acceptance Rate: 45%
- Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Fortis College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Overview
Fortis College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
262 staff
Student Body
The student population of Fortis College has declined by 53% over five years.
The Fortis College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
327 students
4,931 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
327 students
909 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
327 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,166 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
58%
6%
% Hispanic
n/a
46%
% Black
28%
13%
% White
3%
26%
% Hawaiian
7%
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
60%
55%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
34%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,725
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
45%
84%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Fortis College?
The acceptance rate of Fortis College is 45%, which is lower than the state average of 84%. Fortis College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Texas with low acceptance rates.
What is Fortis College's ranking?
Fortis College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Lowest acceptance rates and Average community college minority breakdown.
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