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Fortis College-Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, Utah · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 3949 S 700 E Ste 150, Salt Lake City, UT 84107 · Phone: (801) 713-0915 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis College-Salt Lake City is a private for-profit trade school in Salt Lake City, UT offering HVAC, dental hygiene, and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACEN, ACCSC, and CODA.
Fortis College-Salt Lake City has a 59.8% completion rate, below Utah's 77.4% average, with median graduate debt of $13,000 and median earnings of $34,509 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-Salt Lake City; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and 60.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,570 | $58,730 | $71,960 |
| Dental hygienists | $78,830 | $91,120 | $95,490 |
| Medical assistants | $35,890 | $45,360 | $48,170 |
| Dental assistants | $35,380 | $37,760 | $45,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 50 | $32,690 | $32,818 | $13,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 30 | $31,752 | $32,094 | $41,634 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $24,190 | $21,640 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $20,979 | $20,482 | $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-Salt Lake City is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Salt Lake City, Utah, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and it participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, or Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The school's most-awarded trade programs are HVAC schools, dental hygiene programs, and medical assistant programs, with 98 total trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 383.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 59.8%, which falls below the Utah state average of 77.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,509. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 60.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially eligible students.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, hands-on trade programs such as HVAC, dental hygiene, medical assisting, or dental assisting rather than longer academic degree tracks; program length and schedule details are not reported here, so prospective students, including career changers, should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review current outcome data independently, check with the listed accreditors and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis College-Salt Lake City offers four program families: HVAC schools, dental hygiene programs, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools. The top programs by enrollment are HVAC (50 students), dental hygiene (30), and medical assisting (12).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. 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, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants. About 60.1% 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 59.8%, which is below Utah's state average of 77.4%. This places the campus below state average for completion.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,509, 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 (801) 713-0915 or visit fortis.edu for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis College-Salt Lake City is a private for-profit institution. This distinction can affect tuition pricing, financial aid options, and institutional accountability, so it's worth comparing outcomes with public or non-profit alternatives.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration and schedule options.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through ACEN, ACCSC, or CODA, and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?456454.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused programs like HVAC, dental hygiene, and medical/dental assisting, which are commonly shorter, career-focused tracks; however, specific program length and schedule flexibility are not reported here, so career changers should contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis College-Salt Lake City at (801) 713-0915 or through its website, fortis.edu, for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons to nearby schools are not reported in this dataset; prospective students can use the College Scorecard link provided to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar programs.
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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.