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Fortis Institute-Forty Fort
Forty Fort, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 166 Slocum Street, Forty Fort, PA 18704 · Phone: (570) 288-8400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis Institute-Forty Fort is a private for-profit trade school in Forty Fort, PA offering CDL/truck driving, HVAC, and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Fortis Institute-Forty Fort has a 71.1% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $30,224 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Fortis Institute-Forty Fort; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in Title IV federal aid, and 66.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,560 | $58,580 | $65,830 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $45,970 | $62,400 | $74,620 |
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,010 | $43,910 | $47,370 |
| Electricians | $45,600 | $67,600 | $95,500 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 82 | not reported | not reported | $6,333 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | not reported | $8,338 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $23,282 | $20,335 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | $26,521 | $27,307 | $18,917 |
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 Institute-Forty Fort is a private for-profit trade school located in Forty Fort, Pennsylvania, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and it participates in the federal Title IV financial aid program, meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The school offers six program families, with its most-completed trade programs being CDL / truck driving training, HVAC, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 71.1%, which is near the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and the median earnings for former students ten years after entry was $30,224. About 66.7% of students at this campus received Pell Grants, indicating a large share of students with financial need. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With short-format programs like CDL training, HVAC, and medical assistant training as its most-completed offerings, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training rather than a multi-year degree; whether it fits adult career-changers specifically is not addressed by the data provided. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and program outcomes directly through the College Scorecard and by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis Institute-Forty Fort offers six program families, with the most-completed being CDL / truck driving schools (82 completers), HVAC schools (23), and medical assistant programs (19).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its 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 student aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.1%, which is near the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $9,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for former students ten years after entry is $30,224, 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 (570) 288-8400 or visit https://www.fortis.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis Institute-Forty Fort is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, ownership structure, and how federal oversight and financial aid rules apply.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?249609.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specifically address fit for adult career-changers; the short, trade-focused nature of programs like CDL training and medical assistant training may be relevant, but confirm scheduling and format directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis Institute-Forty Fort at (570) 288-8400 or through its website, https://www.fortis.edu/.
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; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.