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Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville
Lawrenceville, New Jersey · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 2572 Brunswick Pike, Suite 100, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 · Phone: (609) 512-2650 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville is a private for-profit trade school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey offering medical assistant, HVAC, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville has a 53.6% completion rate, below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $36,920 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville is $28,702, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 79.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,010 | $47,210 | $49,920 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,020 | $74,450 | $96,910 |
| Dental assistants | $38,660 | $49,390 | $61,290 |
| Medical records specialists | $33,280 | $50,240 | $64,700 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (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 | 63 | $25,099 | $23,087 | $9,499 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | $31,754 | $28,381 | $11,538 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $25,397 | $25,194 | $11,250 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $27,899 | $27,203 | $10,678 |
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-Lawrenceville is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, a large suburb setting. The campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may qualify for FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. The school awards four program families, with the most common being medical assistant programs (63 completers), HVAC schools (36 completers), and dental assistant schools (19 completers).
According to federal data, the campus has a completion rate of 53.6%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,920. The annual cost of attendance is $28,702, and 79.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Undergraduate enrollment stands at 373 students, with 123 trade program completers reported.
Based on its program mix — medical assistant, HVAC, dental assistant, and medical billing/coding — this campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training rather than multi-year associate degrees, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers should independently verify accreditation status and outcomes using the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Prospective students should contact the school directly for current program lengths, schedules, and licensing requirements not covered in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville offers four program families, most notably medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, dental assistant schools, and medical billing/coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, 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 financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 53.6%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
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 10 years after entry are $36,920, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $28,702.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid terms, and program pricing compared to 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 at (609) 512-2650 or visit https://fortis.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?475024.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Career-changer fit is not directly reported in federal data, but the program mix of medical assistant, HVAC, and dental assistant training suggests shorter, career-focused training options; confirm details with the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (609) 512-2650 for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville at (609) 512-2650 or through its website, https://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 federal data; use the College Scorecard link to research other institutions in the area.
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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.