Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at Fortis College-Richmond
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions certificate's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortis College-Richmond | $31,772* | $27,446 | $9,500* | — |
| Tidewater Community College | $37,354* | — | $11,856* | 0.32 |
| Virginia Western Community College | $31,772* | — | $5,919* | 0.19 |
| American National University | $21,951* | — | $13,043* | 0.59 |
| National Median | $31,071* | — | $10,866* | 0.35 |
Other Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tidewater Community College Norfolk | $5,714 | $37,354 | $11,856 |
| Virginia Western Community College Roanoke | $5,256 | $31,772 | $5,919 |
| American National University Salem | $10,735 | $21,951 | $13,043 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Fortis College-Richmond, approximately 71% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in VA. Actual outcomes may vary.