Fortis Institute-Wayne
Fortis Institute-Wayne is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Wayne, NJ. It offers 7 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (7/22/2002 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Fortis Institute-Wayne is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $16,264. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 900 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Fortis Institute-Wayne.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $16,264 | $1,037 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $19,577 | $1,852 | 1,200 Hours | 14 Months | $14,851 |
| 3 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $19,976 | $1,721 | 1,015 Hours | 12 Months | $16,730 |
| 4 | Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology | $18,137 | $2,792 | 960 Hours | 12 Months | $24,185 |
| 5 | Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician | $21,119 | $2,823 | 980 Hours | 12 Months | $24,587 |
| 6 | Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller | $19,125 | $1,532 | 1,020 Hours | 12 Months | $16,627 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 365 students attended Fortis Institute-Wayne in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 22 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 12 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 40 (full-time) and 15 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Fortis Institute-Wayne is 38% and the retention rate is 75% at the school.
| Student Population | 365 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 38% |
| Number of Faculty | 34 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Fortis Institute-Wayne is $16,264
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
84% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,601 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,264 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,037 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,700 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $9,000 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,601 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Fortis Institute-Wayne offers 7 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 314 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 6 | 0 | 307 |
| Total | 7 | 0 | 314 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Fortis Institute-Wayne are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 314 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 7 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 307 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 7 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 7 |
| Total | 7 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Science Technologies/Technicians | ✕ | 8 completers |
| Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician | ✕ | 8 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 90 completers |
| Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology | ✕ | 26 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 64 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 209 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 88 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller | ✕ | 22 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 99 |
| Total | 307 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 365 students have enrolled into Fortis Institute-Wayne. By gender, 193 male and 172 female students are attending the school.
There are 34 White (9.32%), 87 Black/African American (23.84%), 197 Hispanic (53.97%), 12 Asian (3.29%), and 230 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 365 | 193 | 172 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Black/African American | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Hispanic | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| White | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Two More | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Un-Known | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 201 Willowbrook Blvd., Wayne, NJ
- 973-837-1818
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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