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Fortis College-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 9001 N Wesleyan Rd Ste 101, Indianapolis, IN 46268 · Phone: (317) 808-4800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis College-Indianapolis is a private for-profit trade school in Indianapolis, Indiana, offering medical assistant, HVAC, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Fortis College-Indianapolis has a 44.1% completion rate versus a 65.5% state average, with graduates carrying $13,000 median debt and $34,726 median earnings 10 years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Fortis College-Indianapolis; federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 79.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,060 | $45,110 | $47,290 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $40,460 | $60,430 | $79,220 |
| Dental assistants | $36,880 | $48,670 | $57,720 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Indiana (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 | 22 | $24,657 | $23,042 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $32,830 | $31,676 | $11,704 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $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-Indianapolis is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school's top programs are medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and dental assistant schools, with medical assistant training being the largest by enrollment.
According to federal data, this campus has a completion rate of 44.1%, which is below the Indiana state average of 65.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $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 79.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, situated in a large city, offers programs suited to students seeking direct entry into medical assistant, HVAC, or dental assistant fields; program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm program duration and course format directly with the school before enrolling. Prospective students and career changers should verify accreditation status and outcomes through the accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since some measures here fall below the state average.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis College-Indianapolis offers medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and dental assistant schools, with medical assistant programs being the largest.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 44.1%, which is below the Indiana state average of 65.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,726, per federal data.
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 (317) 808-4800 or visit fortis.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCSC and review outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458681.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis College-Indianapolis at (317) 808-4800 or through its website, fortis.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare outcomes across schools.
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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.