Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $14,576
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $14,576
- Average Net Price
- $27,508
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 73.5%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $12,150
- Books & Supplies
- $1,184
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,547
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $133/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 23.7%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 72.4%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 73.5%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $26,947 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $28,072 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $28,570 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $34,276 |
| $110,001+ | $34,276 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families at Fortis College-Columbia pay around $27,000 per year after aid, regardless of income level. Lower-income families ($0-30K) pay $26,947 annually, while higher earners ($110K+) face $34,276. Over two years, expect total costs between $54,000 and $69,000.
The 513 students here graduate with a median debt of $12,547. Monthly loan payments average $133, which represents less than 5% of typical graduate earnings of $36,368. Only 23% of borrowers successfully repay their loans on schedule. Three-quarters of students receive Pell Grants, indicating significant financial need among the predominantly female (77%) and Black (82%) student body.
Students from families earning under $30,000 get the best financial deal here. The college focuses on healthcare and skilled trades training, with 95% of graduates finding employment despite the modest 36% graduation rate.
The 513 students here graduate with a median debt of $12,547. Monthly loan payments average $133, which represents less than 5% of typical graduate earnings of $36,368. Only 23% of borrowers successfully repay their loans on schedule. Three-quarters of students receive Pell Grants, indicating significant financial need among the predominantly female (77%) and Black (82%) student body.
Students from families earning under $30,000 get the best financial deal here. The college focuses on healthcare and skilled trades training, with 95% of graduates finding employment despite the modest 36% graduation rate.
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