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Fortis College-Columbus
Westerville, Ohio · Private for-profit career college
Address: 4151 Executive Parkway Ste 120, Westerville, OH 43081 · Phone: (614) 882-2551 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis College-Columbus is a private for-profit trade school in Westerville, OH offering medical assistant, HVAC, and LPN programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Fortis College-Columbus has a 40.1% completion rate versus a 68.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $12,547 and median earnings of $36,368 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Fortis College-Columbus; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid, and 73.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,630 | $62,510 | $78,190 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,110 | $62,420 | $73,790 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,360 | $78,320 | $82,430 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 78 | $24,867 | $25,079 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 47 | $33,511 | $30,047 | $13,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | $43,577 | $40,209 | $19,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $43,137 | $42,309 | $26,982 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $43,137 | $42,309 | $26,982 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Fortis College-Columbus is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Westerville, Ohio, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may qualify for FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. The school's most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and LPN/LVN programs, with five program families offered overall and 192 trade completers among 766 undergraduate students enrolled.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 40.1%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,547, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,368. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Among enrolled students, 73.4% receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training in healthcare or skilled trades rather than a traditional degree path, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Because the completion rate falls below the state average, prospective students should ask the school directly about typical time-to-completion and support services. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, contact Fortis College-Columbus directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis College-Columbus offers five program families, most notably medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and LPN/LVN programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and holds active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 40.1%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,547, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,368, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (614) 882-2551 or visit fortis.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis College-Columbus is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?450058.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families offered, such as medical assistant and HVAC training, are commonly pursued by career changers, though fit depends on individual goals not detailed in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to ask about specific program credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis College-Columbus at (614) 882-2551 or through its website, fortis.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.