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Fortis College-Orange Park
Orange Park, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 700 Blanding Blvd. Suite 16, Orange Park, FL 32065 · Phone: (904) 269-7086 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis College-Orange Park is a private for-profit trade school in Orange Park, FL offering medical assistant, dental assistant, and LPN programs, accredited by ACEN and ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Fortis College-Orange Park has a 34.8% completion rate versus a 70.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,238 and median earnings of $28,506 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 71.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Dental assistants | $37,800 | $47,620 | $54,690 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,270 | $62,440 | $75,170 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $25,020 | $23,915 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $27,691 | $26,558 | $13,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | $36,375 | $39,009 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $22,071 | $25,387 | $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-Orange Park is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Orange Park, Florida, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding. The school awards five program families, most notably medical assistant programs (24 completers), dental assistant schools (18 completers), and LPN / LVN programs (13 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 34.8%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%. Among graduates, median debt is reported at $11,238 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $28,506. About 71.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely lower-income student population. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in short, hands-on allied health programs such as medical assisting, dental assisting, and practical nursing, this campus may suit students seeking direct entry into clinical support roles rather than multi-year associate degrees, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students, including adult career-changers, should verify current accreditation status, program offerings, and outcomes directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and by contacting the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis College-Orange Park offers five program families, most notably medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and LPN / LVN programs, along with surgical tech and medical billing/coding.
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, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 34.8%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $11,238.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,506.
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 for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis College-Orange Park is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid eligibility rules compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available 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 and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?439792 or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers allied health programs such as medical assisting and dental assisting, which are often shorter clinical training tracks, but fit for adult career-changers depends on individual circumstances not detailed in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Fortis College-Orange Park at (904) 269-7086 or visit https://fortis.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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.