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Fortis Institute-Towson
Towson, Maryland · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 700 York Road, Towson, MD 21204 · Phone: (410) 337-5155 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Feb 2024 · Warning · Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools; Aug 2024 · Accreditation Reaffirmed: Warning Removed.
Fortis Institute-Towson is a private for-profit trade school in Towson, Maryland offering medical assistant, esthetician, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ABHES.
Fortis Institute-Towson has a 44.3% completion rate, near Maryland's 46.9% average, with median graduate debt of $12,547 and median earnings of $36,368 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Fortis Institute-Towson is $37,479, federal financial aid is accepted under Title IV, and 76.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,930 | $46,410 | $49,110 |
| Skincare specialists | $35,580 | $46,590 | $63,190 |
| Dental assistants | $35,560 | $48,620 | $58,820 |
| Massage therapists | $35,360 | $62,270 | $82,210 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $36,180 | $45,120 | $50,120 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maryland (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 | 74 | $24,867 | $25,079 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 48 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $24,949 | $24,109 | $13,000 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | $20,774 | $21,508 | $7,600 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $24,867 | $25,079 | $9,500 |
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-Towson is a private for-profit trade school in Towson, Maryland, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). Because it participates in Title IV programs, students here can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards programs across five families, with the most-completed being medical assistant programs, esthetician schools, and dental assistant schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 44.3%, which is near the Maryland state average of 46.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,547, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,368. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $37,479, and 76.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need.
This campus, located in a small city setting, primarily serves students pursuing hands-on healthcare-adjacent career programs such as medical assisting, esthetics, and dental assisting. The program lengths themselves are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and program duration. Career changers and adults considering a return to school should verify current accreditation status directly with ABHES and review updated outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. No placement rate data is reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fortis Institute-Towson offers five program families, with the most-completed being medical assistant programs, esthetician schools, and dental assistant schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), 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 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 44.3%, which is near the Maryland state average of 46.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,547, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,368.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $37,479.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fortis Institute-Towson is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (410) 337-5155 or via its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ABHES and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?163347.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers hands-on healthcare-related programs such as medical assisting and dental assisting, but specific fit for adult career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school directly for program format details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fortis Institute-Towson by phone at (410) 337-5155 or visit https://www.fortis.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare institutions directly.
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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.