Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 45.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $32,886
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,346
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 31:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 30.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $131/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $55,770 | $26,833 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $43,798 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $41,667 | $17,667 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $36,745 | $24,696 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $31,676 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $30,870 | $13,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $30,409 | $29,680 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $26,585 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Certificate | $25,774 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $24,376 | $12,293 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $22,757 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $22,303 | $9,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Fortis graduates earn a median of $32,886 ten years after leaving school. With typical debt of $12,346, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 38%, which sits below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $131 consume about 5% of gross income for median earners. The 94.1% employment rate reflects strong demand for healthcare technicians, medical assistants, and skilled trades workers in Louisiana's growing healthcare sector. However, the 30.57% loan repayment rate suggests many graduates struggle financially despite finding jobs. Earnings remain relatively flat, with ten-year median income barely exceeding five-year figures of $37,327. This represents an average return on investment for career-focused training.