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Fortis Institute-Scranton
Scranton, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 517 Ash Street, Scranton, PA 18509 · Phone: (570) 558-1818 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fortis Institute-Scranton is a private for-profit trade school in Scranton, PA offering medical assistant, LPN, and dental hygiene programs, accredited by ACCSC and CODA.
Fortis Institute-Scranton has a 46.0% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with $9,500 median graduate debt and $30,224 median earnings 10 years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Fortis Institute-Scranton; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and 71.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,500 | $63,940 | $72,810 |
| Dental hygienists | $63,130 | $80,610 | $99,950 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,490 | $46,840 | $60,510 |
| Massage therapists | $31,000 | $58,300 | $77,590 |
| Dental assistants | $38,040 | $47,930 | $56,840 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $23,282 | $20,335 | $9,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 28 | $40,683 | $37,328 | $20,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $33,414 | $29,517 | $24,166 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | $21,052 | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | $15,182 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $33,414 | $29,517 | $24,166 |
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-Scranton is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with its dental hygiene program additionally accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Students at this school can use federal financial aid, since the campus participates in Title IV programs. Fortis Institute-Scranton offers six program families, with the most-awarded credentials being medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental hygiene programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 46.0%, which is below the state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $30,224. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 71.4% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students looking for shorter, career-focused programs in healthcare fields such as medical assisting, practical nursing, or dental hygiene rather than a traditional two-year or four-year degree path. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not included in this data, so prospective students should confirm specifics directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and see updated outcome figures, check the accreditor listed above and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this campus before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis Institute-Scranton offers six program families, with the most-awarded being medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental hygiene programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its dental hygiene program is separately accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 71.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 46.0%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carried a median debt of $9,500 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $30,224.
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) 558-1818 or visit fortis.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis Institute-Scranton is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules for individual programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?385503.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families listed—like medical assisting and LPN training—are common entry points for career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not included in this data, so check with the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school or check state licensing boards for fields like practical nursing or dental hygiene.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis Institute-Scranton at (570) 558-1818 or through its website, https://www.fortis.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons to other schools; use the College Scorecard link to look up nearby institutions with 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.