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Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls

Cuyahoga Falls, OH 2 year Private
Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Non Traditional
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 31 to 1
Students retention rate 54%
On-time graduation rate 47%

Located in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees.

One of the notable aspects of Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

While the on-time graduation rate at Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls is reported to be 47%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For-profit institutions often serve a diverse student population, including many non-traditional students who may face unique challenges in completing their degrees. For comparison, Ohio state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 35% whereas the national average was 64%.

The retention rate of students at Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls is 54% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Ohio is 62%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

In-State Tuition & Fees

$14,722

Cost of attendance at Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls in 2022 for students from Ohio.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average $7,987
National average $15,344

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$14,722

Cost of attendance at Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average $16,946
National average $15,344

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 87 of freshman students at Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls received on average $5,439 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$5,439
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 33 85% $5,303 $174,992
Other Federal Grant 33 85% $5,407 $178,442
State Grant/Scholarships 5 13% $1,300 $6,500
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Total Grant & Scholarships 34 87% $5,439 $184,942

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls students is 47.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 42.4%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 53.3%.

47.1%

  • asian 52.9% 9 students
  • African American 39.3% 22 students
  • white 53.1% 43 students
  • unknown 50.0% 4 students
  • hispanic 50.0% 2 students
  • Mixed Race 25.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families