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Fortis College-Centerville
Centerville, Ohio · Private for-profit career college
Address: 555 E Alex Bell Rd, Centerville, OH 45459 · Phone: (937) 433-3410 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis College-Centerville is a private for-profit trade school in Centerville, Ohio, offering LPN, HVAC, and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACEN and ACCSC.
Fortis College-Centerville has a 43.7% completion rate versus a 68.8% Ohio state average, with median graduate debt of $13,000 and median earnings of $34,726 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Fortis College-Centerville; contact the school for current tuition. It participates in Title IV federal aid, and about 79.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,630 | $62,510 | $78,190 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
| Dental assistants | $36,870 | $47,970 | $59,520 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | $48,604 | $46,513 | $17,667 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $24,657 | $23,042 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $32,830 | $31,676 | $11,704 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $24,569 | $24,035 | $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 College-Centerville is a private for-profit trade school in Centerville, Ohio, located in a large suburb. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and its programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The campus offers four program families, most notably LPN / LVN programs (41 completers), HVAC schools (21 completers), and medical assistant programs (21 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 43.7%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Median debt among graduates is $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,726. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 79.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body draws heavily on need-based aid.
This campus mainly serves students pursuing shorter, licensure-track programs such as LPN, HVAC, and medical/dental assisting rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit career changers seeking a faster path into a clinical or trades role. Because completion runs below the state average and cost figures aren't published here, prospective students should confirm program length, tuition, and licensing requirements directly with the school and verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis College-Centerville offers four program families, with the most completers in LPN / LVN programs (41), HVAC schools (21), and medical assistant programs (21).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 79.6% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 43.7%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $13,000, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,726, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 (937) 433-3410 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis College-Centerville is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review accreditation status through ACEN and ACCSC, and check federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?205179.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs offered, such as LPN, HVAC, and medical assisting, are commonly shorter, licensure-focused tracks, though exact program lengths are not reported here; contact the school to discuss fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program (for example, LPN licensure); this campus's specific certification pathways are not detailed in federal data, so contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis College-Centerville at (937) 433-3410 or through its website, https://www.fortiscollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link 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.