- Medvance Institute-Fort Lauderdale's mission is to provide the finest education in a supportive atmosphere where career success is encouraged at every level. We are committed to graduating qualified professionals who can serve the medical needs of their communities, and contribute to the health and well-being of those in their care.
School Highlights
Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale serves 175 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 67%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,102
- Acceptance Rate: 68%
- Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 91%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Item not available
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, for profit
Total Faculty
10 staff
188 staff
Student Body
The student population of Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
175 students
1,236 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
175 students
588 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
648 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
330 students
282 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
175 students
587 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
295 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
832 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
58 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
18%
31%
% Black
68%
19%
% White
9%
33%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
69%
55%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4334%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2013)
$25,400
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $14,102 is less than the state average of $15,490. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,102
$15,490
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,875
$10,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$6,250
Acceptance Rate
68%
74%
SAT Reading
n/a
442
SAT Math
n/a
429
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale cost?
Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale's private state tuition is approximately $14,102.
What schools are Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale often compared to?
Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdaleis often viewed alongside schools like City College-Hollywood, Broward College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale?
The acceptance rate of Fortis Institute-Fort Lauderdale is 68%, which is lower than the state average of 74%.
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