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Fortis College-Montgomery
Montgomery, Alabama · Private for-profit career college
Address: 3736 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery, AL 36109 · Phone: (334) 272-3857 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis College-Montgomery is a private for-profit trade school in Montgomery, Alabama, offering medical assistant, HVAC, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 45.8% completion rate (near the Alabama average of 45.5%), a median graduate debt of $9,500, and median earnings of $26,652 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Fortis College-Montgomery is reported at $27,286, federal financial aid can be used at this school, and 86.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $29,630 | $36,100 | $38,360 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $36,510 | $48,370 | $60,020 |
| Dental assistants | $30,840 | $39,080 | $47,100 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $31,620 | $39,030 | $46,260 |
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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 45 | $20,682 | $19,810 | $9,474 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $27,105 | $28,381 | $13,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $21,156 | $20,921 | $11,316 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $20,682 | $19,810 | $9,474 |
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-Montgomery is a private for-profit trade and career school in Montgomery, Alabama. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and federal financial aid can be used here. The campus's most common programs are medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and dental assistant schools, drawn from a total of four program families offered on this campus.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 45.8%, which is near the Alabama state average of 45.5%. Graduates 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 $27,286, and 86.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population. Enrollment is reported at 359 undergraduates, with 108 trade completers.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs in healthcare or skilled trades rather than a traditional two- or four-year degree path; whether it fits an adult career-changer's schedule specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review current outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis College-Montgomery offers four program families, most commonly medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and dental assistant schools, along with pharmacy technician training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 financial aid programs, and 86.9% 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 45.8%, which is near the Alabama state average of 45.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $26,652.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $27,286.
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 the type of financial aid outcomes compared to public institutions; verify current terms directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact Fortis College-Montgomery directly at (334) 272-3857 or via https://www.fortis.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455488.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers is not reported for this campus in federal data; the short, career-focused program families listed suggest applied training, but scheduling details are not confirmed.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis College-Montgomery at (334) 272-3857 or through its website, https://www.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; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455488 to compare similar 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.