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Fortis College-Columbia

Columbia, South Carolina Β· City: MidsizeOfficial Website β†—

#1757
Nationally
#27
In South Carolina
$14,297
Annual Tuition
per year
513
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
52/100
Good
#1757 nationally
#27 in South Carolina
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability56
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth49

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Fortis College-Columbia is a private for-profit two-year community college located in Columbia, South Carolina. The college enrolls approximately 513 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $14,297, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $22,820 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$14,297/yr
Room & Board$1,184/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$15,760/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$14,297↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$22,820
Student Body
513
Total Undergrads
77% F / 23% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 11%
Hispanic 4%
Black 82%
Asian 0%
Two or more 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($14,297/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,184/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (513 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $22,820/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationColumbia, South Carolina
SettingCity: Midsize
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$22,820
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#27
in South Carolina out of 7+ colleges
#1757
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.