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Fortis College

Mobile, Alabama · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:

Medical assistant programsDental assistant schoolsHVAC schoolsPharmacy technician programsEMT & paramedic training
49%completion rate · Alabama avg 46%
$9,500median debt of graduates
$26,690median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$26,652median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$25,710annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (Accredited)
Address: 7033 Airport Blvd., Mobile, AL 36608 · Phone: 25134412033111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Fortis College is a private for-profit trade school in Mobile, Alabama, offering medical assistant, dental assistant, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

Fortis College has a 49.3% completion rate, near the Alabama state average of 45.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $26,652 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance at Fortis College is $25,710, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 83.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Fortis College Fortis College: 49.3% 49.3% Alabama average Alabama average: 45.5% 45.5% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Medical assistants$29,630$36,100$38,360
Dental assistants$30,840$39,080$47,100
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$36,510$48,370$60,020
Pharmacy technicians$31,620$39,030$46,260
Emergency medical technicians$28,620$37,810$44,210

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 67 $20,682 $19,810 $9,474
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 34 $21,156 $20,921 $11,316
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 19 $27,105 $28,381 $13,000
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 12 $20,682 $19,810 $9,474
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 8 not reported not reported not reported

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.

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About this school

Fortis College is a private for-profit trade school in Mobile, Alabama, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. Students at this campus can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus offers five program families, most notably medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and HVAC schools, with medical assistant training as the largest single program by completer count.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 49.3%, which is near the Alabama state average of 45.5%. Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $26,652. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,710, and 83.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with significant financial need.

This campus, located in a midsize city, may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training programs rather than traditional degree paths, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal outcome figures before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Fortis College in Mobile offers five program families, led by medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and HVAC schools.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, Fortis College is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 83.3% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 49.3%, which is near the Alabama state average of 45.5%, per federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates of this campus is $9,500, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $26,652 per the College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $25,710.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Fortis College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and financial aid eligibility compared with 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 at the number or website listed to confirm program schedules.

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 on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?371052.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

Fit for career changers depends on program length and format, which are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to ask about scheduling options.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials, if any, follow completion of specific programs.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Fortis College by phone at 251-344-1203 or visit https://www.fortis.edu/ for application details.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.

Other trade and career schools in Mobile, AL

See all trade and career schools in Alabama or search by ZIP code.

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.

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