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Fortis Institute-Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 4081 E Olive Rd Ste B, Pensacola, FL 32514 · Phone: (850) 476-7607 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Feb 2025 · Warning · Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools; Aug 2025 · Accreditation Reaffirmed: Warning Removed.
Fortis Institute-Pensacola is a private for-profit trade school in Pensacola, Florida offering dental assistant, medical assistant, and cosmetology programs, accredited by ACEN and ABHES.
Fortis Institute-Pensacola has a 54.3% completion rate, below Florida's state average of 70.5%; graduates carry median debt of $9,500 and earn a median of $26,652 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and about 71.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assistants | $37,800 | $47,620 | $54,690 |
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $21,156 | $20,921 | $11,316 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $20,682 | $19,810 | $9,474 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $12,049 | $18,576 | $10,800 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | $17,412 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $27,105 | $28,381 | $13,000 |
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 Institute-Pensacola is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Pensacola, Florida, a small city. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. Across six program families, the campus most frequently awards credentials in dental assistant schools, medical assistant programs, and cosmetology schools, with 133 total trade completers reported and an undergraduate enrollment of 760.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 54.3%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,652. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 71.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training programs in healthcare support or cosmetology fields rather than multi-year associate degrees, though specific program lengths are not stated here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Career changers should weigh the below-average completion rate and reported earnings against personal circumstances. To verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome data, contact the school directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis Institute-Pensacola offers programs across six program families, most notably dental assistant schools, medical assistant programs, and cosmetology schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 54.3%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,652.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (850) 476-7607 or visit fortis.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis Institute-Pensacola is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure, financial aid eligibility, and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus 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 verify accreditation status through ACEN or ABHES and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455479.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows enrollment in shorter career-focused fields like dental assisting, medical assisting, and cosmetology, which may appeal to adult career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Fortis Institute-Pensacola at (850) 476-7607 or through its website, https://www.fortis.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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.